| Title | लकड़ी के खंभे (Timber Posts)Rare Lakaṛī ke Khambhe Timber Posts |
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| Description | Timber posts (काष्ठ स्तंभ - Kāṣṭha Stambha), crucial in Indic architecture, utilize seasoned hardwoods like teak (सागौन - Sāgaun) and sal (साल - Sāl) [1]. Density ranges from 600-900 kg/m³, compressive strength 40-70 MPa, varying with species and seasoning [2]. Traditional sources included forests across the subcontinent, supplying *imāratī lakaṛī* (इमारती लकड़ी - construction timber). Processing involved felling, seasoning (air or kiln drying to 12-18% moisture), and shaping. Historically, these posts provided structural support in roofs, floors, verandas, and halls, evident in structures from ancient to early modern periods, across dynasties. Durability depends on species and treatment (e.g., oiling). Conservation necessitates assessing wood decay (biological and environmental), employing compatible consolidants, and ensuring proper ventilation. Restoration often involves replacing deteriorated sections with similar species and employing traditional joinery techniques. *Maraththoonkal* (மரத்தூண்கள்), *Chekka stambhalu* (చెక్క స్తంభాలు), *Marada kambagalu* (ಮರದ ಕಂಬಗಳು) are regional terms [3]. |
| Also Known As | Timber Posts Lakaṛī ke Khambhe Timber Posts Wooden Posts Wood Columns Structural Timber Posts काष्ठ स्तंभ लकड़ी के खंभे ठोस लकड़ी के खंभे इमारती लकड़ी के खंभे மரத்தூண்கள் (Maraththoonkal) చెక్క స్తంభాలు (Chekka stambhalu) ಮರದ ಕಂಬಗಳು (Marada kambagalu) |
| Tags | Timber Wood Posts Columns Kāshtha Sāgaun Sāl Structural Timber |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-731260005-20-11-25-LE |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/timber-posts |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/timber-posts |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 28, 2025 |
| Types | Wood Timber Hardwood Softwood |
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| Regions | Kerala Karnataka Maharashtra |
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| Time Periods | Ancient Medieval Early Modern Modern |
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| Dynasties | Various |
| Sources | Forests Timber mills |
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| Properties | Density: 600-900 kg/m³ (depending on species) Compressive strength: 40-70 MPa (depending on species) Moisture content: 12-18% Modulus of elasticity: 10-15 GPa (depending on species) Durability varies with species and treatment |
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| Uses | Structural support for roofs and floors Columnar support in verandas and halls Decorative elements in facades and interiors Foundation posts (with appropriate treatment) |
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| Materials | Lime Mortar Iron Stone Brick |
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| Styles | Kerala architecture Vernacular architecture Temple architecture |
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| Categories | Temple Residential buildings |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Handbook on Wood Preservation | Technical Guide | Wood preservation techniques |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Brisbane Sri Selva Vinayakar Koil South Maclean | Secondary | Roof | 100% |