Buttressed Arch. Question for Ron N.

[Ron Nossaman]

> Dale writes:
> 
>      >   /_So a heavier wood would be a better choice than say spruce.
> 
> Ron N responds:
> 
> 
>     You bet it would. For the mass, rather than for the strength
>     as most assume.
> 
> Why not a steel plate for side brace, and steel I-beam for beams? 
> Stiffness, mass, low cost, plentiful material.
> Bob Davis

Would probably work nicely, once the attachment method and 
flanges were worked out. Moving costs might go up with added 
weight though.
Ron N