| Title | क्रॉस-लेमिनेटेड टिम्बर - Kros-Lamineṭeḍ Ṭimbar (Cross-Laminated Timber)Rare Kros-Lamineṭeḍ Ṭimbar Cross-Laminated Timber |
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| Description | Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT), or Kros-Lamineṭeḍ Ṭimbar, is an engineered wood composite gaining traction in modern Indian construction, echoing the *kaashth* (wood) traditions of the subcontinent. While not historically CLT, traditional Indian architecture utilized layered timber construction, akin to "wooden collars" [1], for structural support in *mandapas* (pavilions) and *grihas* (houses). Sourced from forests yielding *shala* (Sal), *teak* (Teak), and *deodar* (Deodar) – historically vital to dynasties like the Mauryas and Guptas – CLT comprises multiple layers of kiln-dried lumber, orthogonally bonded with adhesives. Density ranges from 400-600 kg/m³, with tensile strength of 20-40 MPa and compressive strength of 30-50 MPa. Thermal conductivity is 0.1-0.2 W/mK. Durability depends on wood species, adhesive type, and moisture control. Conservation of heritage structures using similar timber techniques necessitates careful species matching and compatible repair materials. Modern CLT offers a sustainable alternative, yet understanding traditional *vastu shastra* (architectural science) principles remains crucial for appropriate application. |
| Also Known As | Cross-Laminated Timber Kros-Lamineṭeḍ Ṭimbar Cross-Laminated Timber CLT क्रॉस-लेमिनेटेड टिम्बर Kros-Lamineṭeḍ Ṭimbar |
| Tags | Cross-Laminated Timber CLT Engineered Wood Sustainable building material Modern construction Timber construction |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-708882277-20-11-25-KI |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/cross-laminated-timber |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/cross-laminated-timber |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 28, 2025 |
| Types | Engineered Wood Composite Material Structural Timber |
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| Regions | India |
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| Time Periods | 21st Century |
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| Sources | Timber mills Adhesive manufacturers |
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| Properties | Density: 400-600 kg/m³ Tensile strength: 20-40 MPa Compressive strength: 30-50 MPa Thermal conductivity: 0.1-0.2 W/mK |
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| Uses | Load-bearing walls Floor slabs Roof panels Shear walls |
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| Materials | Adhesives Fasteners Wood preservatives |
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| Styles | Modern architecture Sustainable architecture |
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| Categories | Residential buildings Commercial buildings |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Research papers on CLT performance | Research Article | Mechanical properties and applications |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Bhaktivedanta Manor Watford | Primary | Roof | 100% |