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PROFESSIONAL 

TIMBER FRAME 

SYSTEM 

FOR GARAGES 

AND CAR PORTS 

INCORPORATING 

THE BEAMLOCK 

SYSTEM

CONTENTS 

BUILDING WITH BEAMLOCK 03 

QUALITY CONSTRUCTION 04 - 05 

TWO BAY GARAGES OVERVIEW 06 - 07 

TWO BAY CAR PORTS OVERVIEW 08 - 09 

GARAGES 

HIPPED ROOF GARAGE 

TWO BAY WITH 40º ROOF PITCH 10 

BARN-END GARAGE 


GABLE-END GARAGE 




CAR PORTS 

HIPPED ROOF CAR PORT 


BARN-END CAR PORT 


GABLE-END CAR PORT 




EXTENSION KIT 

FOR GARAGES AND CAR PORTS 18 - 19 

THE BENEFITS OF USING BEAMLOCK 20 

COMPONENTS, 

CARE AND MAINTENANCE 21 

POST SUPPORT 

AND FOUNDATION REQUIREMENTS 22 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

AND INSTALLATION 23 

02 PROFESSIONAL TIMBER FRAME SYSTEM – FOR GARAGES AND CAR PORTS

BUILDING WITH BEAMLOCK 

COULD NOT BE EASIER 

A high quality engineered system based upon the 

traditional oak bay framed method of construction, 

Beamlock achieves a traditional look with the reduced 

cost that only modern technology production methods 

can bring, and is quick and easy to build. 

Beamlock gives you a new trade: the look of traditional carpentry built with 

the reliability and precision of factory-cut components. 

Beamlock is a time-saver that’s delivered direct from factory to site 

and cuts construction times to the minimum. The results are stunning 

and long-lasting, yet the components are predictable, lightweight and easy 

to handle. There’s also the option of having a team of specialist engineers 

install it for you*. 

Although major components are pre-treated we would recommend an 

additional timber treatment to prolong the life of the structure. 

Your merchant knows how easily Beamlock goes together and what 

additional materials you'll need to further enhance the building. 

SO WHY CHOOSE BEAMLOCK 

STRONGER 

THAN OAK 

SAFE 

SITE 

TIME SAVING 

DESIGN 

Stronger than an oak 

mortise and tenon system. 

Beamlock is a ‘safe site’ product providing 

high-strength beams at easily managed lengths. 

Unique time-saving design, all key components 

are pre-cut and ready to fit. 

To specify Beamlock just follow our simple 

step-by-step guide... 

1 Select a garage or car port from the 16 featured in this brochure 

( for the complete range see pages 6-9) 

2 Specify whether you want your chosen structure to be supplied 

with or without cedar roof tiles 

3 Select the optional extension kit to increase the number of bays if 

required 

4 Specify whether you want our optional installation service* 

5 Discuss with your merchant any additional materials that you 

may require (roof felt, battens, tiles etc.) 

6 The garage or car port kit will be delivered direct to site within 

28 days of order confirmation 

* All structures must be erected on a suitably prepared foundation, which is not included in 

the optional installation service. See Foundation Requirements on page 22. 

DELIVERED 

DIRECT 

AVAILABLE 

NATIONWIDE 

INSTALLATION 

SERVICE * 

Delivery direct to site. 

Available nationwide through selected timber and 

builders’ merchants (for Northern Ireland and 

non-UK mainland areas please call for details). 

*Optional installation service available . 

Call 0845 601 7886 for details. 

FOR GARAGES AND CAR PORTS – PROFESSIONAL TIMBER FRAME SYSTEM 03

QUALITY CONSTRUCTION 

OPTIONAL CEDAR SHINGLES 

FEATHER-EDGE PROTECTIVE CLADDING 

VERTICAL SUB-FRAME UPRIGHTS 

Beamlock complies with BS EN 594 (interpreted to BS5268-6.1) for racking, BS6399 PT2 1997 

for wind loading and BS476-21 fire resistance and is preservative treated for Use Class 3.1.* 

*A SECONDARY PROTECTIVE COAT NEEDS TO BE APPLIED AND MAINTAINED TO ACHIEVE “USE CLASS 3.” 

TIMBER SHROUD POST-SUPPORT COVER 

If you have any queries please contact 

our helpline on 0845 601 7886 


PRE-CUT AND 

PRE-TREATED RAFTERS 

HIGH-STRENGTH BEAMS 

138mm X 165mm 

PRE-CUT SUPPORTING BRACES 

SUBSTANTIAL SUPPORT POSTS 

138mm X 138mm 

Garage and car port models with a 28° pitch (see pages 13 and 17), fitted with cedar 

shingles, will achieve a maximum height of 3997mm (adjustable feet at maximum 

height) provided that they are erected on level foundations at ground level. 

Garage and car port models (28° pitch) supplied without the cedar shingle roof tiles achieve a 

maximum height of 3932mm to the top of the ridge board, provided that they are erected on 

level foundations at ground level. When selecting roofing materials careful consideration should 

be given to the manufacturer’s recommended installation as well as the overall height of the 

structure at the ridge, as this may affect planning requirements and therefore choice of material. 

DIAGONAL TIMBER WALL BRACES 


TWO BAY GARAGES 

OVERVIEW 

Beamlock two bay garages are available in two options: 

1 Complete building with tile battens and cedar shingle tiles supplied. 

2 Skeletal framework with roof timbers and cladded walls only 

(roof battens and cedar tiles not included). 

1 HIPPED ROOF GARAGE WITH CEDAR SHINGLE TILED ROOF 

40º roof pitch 

2 HIPPED ROOF GARAGE 

40º roof pitch (Roof battens and cedar tiles not included) 

For full details see page 10 

1 BARN-END GARAGE WITH CEDAR SHINGLE TILED ROOF 


2 BARN-END GARAGE 






GARAGE FLOOR PLAN (APPLIES TO ALL GARAGES SHOWN) 

5.614m 

2.6m 2.6m 

4.94m 

5.216m 

ENTRANCE 

ENTRANCE 

FLOOR PLAN KEY 

BEAMS WITH WALLS 

BEAMS 

POSTS 

BRACES 

1 GABLE-END GARAGE WITH CEDAR SHINGLE TILED ROOF 


2 GABLE-END GARAGE 



1 GABLE-END GARAGE WITH CEDAR SHINGLE TILED ROOF 


2 GABLE-END GARAGE 



To add more bays to these garages 

see our extension kit on pages 18 & 19 


trade professional 

TWO BAY CAR PORTS 

OVERVIEW 

Beamlock two bay car ports are available in two options: 

1 Complete building with tile battens and cedar shingle tiles supplied. 

2 Skeletal framework with roof timbers and cladded walls only 

roof battens and cedar tiles not included) . 

1 HIPPED ROOF CAR PORT WITH CEDAR SHINGLE TILED ROOF 


2 HIPPED ROOF CAR PORT 



1 BARN-END CAR PORT WITH CEDAR SHINGLE TILED ROOF 


2 BARN-END CAR PORT 






trade professional 

CAR PORT FLOOR PLAN (APPLIES TO ALL CAR PORTS SHOWN) 

5.614m 

2.6m 2.6m 

4.94m 

ENTRANCE 

ENTRANCE 


BEAMS 

POSTS 

BRACES 

SUPPORT POSTS 

5.216m 

1 GABLE-END CAR PORT WITH CEDAR SHINGLE TILED ROOF 


2 GABLE-END CAR PORT 



1 GABLE-END CAR PORT WITH CEDAR SHINGLE TILED ROOF 


2 GABLE-END CAR PORT 




see our extension kit on pages 18-19 


HIPPED ROOF GARAGE 

TWO BAY WITH 40º ROOF PITCH 

1. Hipped roof garage with battens and 

cedar shingle roof tiles supplied. 

SIDE ELEVATION 

Min. 4.705m 

Max. 4.765m 

40º Span 4.94m 

Min. 2.15m 

Max. 2.21m 

2. Hipped roof garage supplied without cedar 

shingle roof tiles. Requires roofing material, 

covering approximately 44.73m 2 . 

5.216m 

For floor plan please refer to page 7 

1. SUPPLIED WITH ROOF BATTENS AND CEDAR TILES CODE 

Delivered 125281 

Delivered & Erected 125282 

NOTE: THIS STRUCTURE MUST BE ERECTED ON A SUITABLY 

PREPARED FOUNDATION, NOT INCLUDED IN THE OPTIONAL 

INSTALLATION SERVICE. SEE P.22 FOR FOUNDATION 

REQUIREMENTS. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE APPROXIMATE. 

2. SUPPLIED WITHOUT ROOF BATTENS AND CEDAR TILES CODE 






BARN-END GARAGE 


1. Barn-end garage with battens and cedar 

shingle roof tiles supplied. 


Min. 5.145m 

Max. 5.205m 

45º 

Span 4.94m 

Min. 2.15m 

Max. 2.21m 

2. Barn-end garage supplied without cedar 



5.216m 

















1. Gable-end garage with battens and cedar 



Min. 5.145m 

Max. 5.205m 

45º 

Span 4.94m 

Min. 2.15m 

Max. 2.21m 

2. Gable-end garage supplied without cedar 



5.216m 

















A ridge height of under 4m is achievable with this 

model. The sub-4m ridge is relevant to permissible 

development without planning legislation, subject 

to other conditions, this may enable structures to 

be built without the need for planning permission. 

1. Gable-end garage with battens and cedar 



Span 4.94m 

Min. 2.15m 

Max. 2.21m 

Min. 3.937m 

Max. 3.997m 

28º 

2. Gable-end garage supplied without cedar 



5.216m 















HIPPED ROOF CAR PORT 


1. Hipped roof car port with battens and cedar 



Min. 4.705m 

Max. 4.765m 

40º Span 4.94m 

Min. 2.15m 

Max. 2.21m 

2. Hipped roof car port supplied without cedar 



5.216m 















BARN-END CAR PORT 


1. Barn-end car port with battens and cedar 



Min. 5.145m 

Max. 5.205m 

45º 

Span 4.94m 

Min. 2.15m 

Max. 2.21m 

2. Barn-end car port supplied without cedar 



5.216m 

















1. Gable-end car port with battens and cedar 



Min. 5.145m 

Max. 5.205m 

45º 

Span 4.94m 

Min. 2.15m 

Max. 2.21m 

2. Gable-end car port supplied without cedar 


covering approximately 47.36m2. 

5.216m 

















A ridge height of under 4m is achievable with this 

model. The sub-4m ridge is relevant to permissible 

development without planning legislation, subject to 

other conditions, this may enable structures to be built 

without the need for planning permission 

1. Gable-end car port with battens and cedar 



Span 4.94m 

Min. 2.15m 

Max. 2.21m 

Min. 3.937m 

Max. 3.997m 

28º 

2. Gable-end car port supplied without cedar 



5.216m 















EXTENSION KIT 

FOR GARAGES AND CAR PORTS 

AVAILABLE IN 3 ROOF PITCHES: 45º, 40º & 28º 

8.352m 

2.6m 2.6m 

2.6m 

4.94m 

5.216m 

ENTRANCE 

ENTRANCE 

ENTRANCE 

GARAGE EXTENSION 

FLOOR PLAN 


EXTENSION BEAM 

WITH WALL 

EXTENSION BEAMS 

EXTENSION POSTS 

EXTENSION 

BRACES 

CAN BE 

USED ON ALL 

MODELS 

Extension kit shown 

for Barn-end garage. 

GARAGE EXTENSION KITS 

GARAGE TYPE DELIVERED DELIVERED AND ERECTED 

CODE 

CODE 

40° Hipped roof with roof battens and cedar tiles 125298 125300 

40° Hipped roof without roof battens and cedar tiles 125296 125297 

45° Gable/Barn-end with roof battens and cedar tiles 125303 125304 

45° Gable/Barn-end without roof battens and cedar tiles 125301 125302 

28° Gable-end with roof battens and cedar tiles 125294 125295 

28° Gable-end without roof battens and cedar tiles 125292 125293 


8.352m 

2.6m 2.6m 

2.6m 

4.94m 

ENTRANCE 

ENTRANCE 

ENTRANCE 

CAR PORT EXTENSION 

FLOOR PLAN 


EXTENSION BEAMS 

EXTENSION POSTS 

EXTENSION 

BRACES 

Roofing material required to cover garage 

and car port single bay extensions: 

40º Hipped Roof 

Approximate coverage 20.88m 2 

45º Barn-end 


45º Gable-end 


5.216m 

28º Gable-end 


CAN BE 

USED ON ALL 

MODELS 

Extension kit shown 

for Barn-end car port. 

CAR PORT EXTENSION KITS 

CAR PORT TYPE DELIVERED DELIVERED AND ERECTED 

CODE 

CODE 

40° Hipped roof with roof battens & cedar tiles 125316 125318 

NOTE: EXTENSION KITS ARE SUITABLE TO EXTEND 

A GARAGE OR CAR PORT BY ONE ADDITIONAL BAY - 

IF MORE THAN ONE EXTENSION KIT IS REQUIRED 

FOR MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS PLEASE CONTACT 

OUR HELPLINE FOR ADVICE. 

40° Hipped roof without roof battens & cedar tiles 125314 125315 

45° Gable/Barn-end with roof battens & cedar tiles 125321 125322 

45° Gable/Barn-end without roof battens & cedar tiles 125319 125320 

28° Gable-end with roof battens & cedar tiles 125312 125313 

28° Gable-end without roof battens & cedar tiles 125310 125311 




THE BENEFITS 

THE BENEFITS OF USING BEAMLOCK 

Beamlock Connection 

This timber connection is designed not only for high strength but also for use in our variable climate. Due to the fundamental 

connection relying on the steel plates and tubes matching up, the moisture changes in the wood do not cause any concern or 

inhibit the connection system from working efficiently and easily. The Beamlock connection system is made with a combination 

of high tensile stainless steel (grade 304L) and aluminium components. The Beamlock design is durable and can achieve a 

service life of up to 30 years for external exposure. 

Installation Advantages 

Choose either to self build or opt for the Beamlock installation service. Two people can easily build a Beamlock structure with 

minimal tools and skills. Simple assembly means that you will benefit from the unique time-saving design, reducing build times 

and labour costs. The modular concept also guarantees compact storage and transport solutions. 

1/2 Hour Fire Approval 

Beamlock System complies to BS 476-21 half hour fire exposure, which is considered suitable for the support of upper floor 

loading. This may negate the requirement for fire calculations if half hour fire determination is required. 

True 90˚ degree Angles 

The Beamlock System automatically creates appropriate angles and upright. Due to the simplicity of the connection system, you 

cannot get the angles wrong! 

Weight and Construction Advantages 

Beamlock is a safe site product providing strength at easily managed weights. Posts and beams are supplied in easily transportable 

modular lengths to a maximum of 4.968m. There is no need for a crane or multi-lift as two people can handle all components. 

Typically, on a 4.94m span, the Beamlock components weigh just 48kg. The Beamlock System has been designed to comply 

with wind code (BS6399). 

Kiln Drying 

All timber spends approximately 15 days in individual kilns drying out to 15% (+/- 3%) humidity. The timber contracts by 

about 10% and reduces in weight by about 40%. 

Treatment 

Factory-applied preservative treatment gives compliance for Use Class 3.1* allowing the frame to be exposed to the elements but 

requiring further application of protective surface coatings. 

Finish 

Beamlock’s major timber components are pre-treated and are ready to decorate. They are planed to the highest joinery standards 

and need no extra preparation before painting or staining. 

Quality 

Beamlock’s major timber components are manufactured to a consistent high quality. We provide joinery grade timber 

machined to +/- 1mm. 

End Tension Plate 

This attractive plate is also an essential technical component of the Beamlock System. Each unused face is finished off with the 

end plate which reduces the longitudinal stresses in the timber. 

*A SECONDARY PROTECTIVE COAT NEEDS TO BE APPLIED AND MAINTAINED TO ACHIEVE “USE CLASS 3.” 


COMPONENTS, 

CARE AND MAINTENANCE 

BEAMLOCK COMPONENTS 

Beamlock uses a modular connection system that enables a quick and easy 

build, secure in the knowledge that our engineered components will fit 

together perfectly every time. 

2 

1 

2 

BEAM FIXING KIT 

POST FIXING KIT 

3 

4 

POST 

END TENSION PLATE 

5 

6 

BRACE 

7 

BEAM 

BASE PLATE 

(TIMBER SHROUD SUPPLIED TO CONCEAL 

BASE PLATE FIXING. SEE PAGE 22). 

7 1 

4 

5 

3 

CARE AND MAINTENANCE 

Preservative Treatment of Timber 

All Beamlock key timber components (frame and posts) have been treated 

with Vacsol Aqua double vacuum treatment. 

Cutting of the timber on site is unavoidable. This will expose untreated timber 

and it is imperative that crosscut, notches and bored holes be liberally swabbed 

with Vacsele End Grain Preservative. 

6 

Vacsol Aqua 

Vacsol Aqua is approved to standards and specifications of Building 

Regulations of England and Wales and Building Standards Scotland and 

the NHBC for many different applications and complies with the 

following standards: 

C1-10 BWPDA 

BS5707 (1997) 

BS5589 (1989) 

BS5268 Part 5 (1989) BS1186 (1986) BS5502 

BS6566 Part 7. 

The design life is for 30 years in Use Class 3*. 

*A secondary protective coat needs to be applied and maintained to achieve “Use Class 3.” 

Colour and Finish 

The timber colour is unaffected by the 

Vacsol Aqua treatment process, which 

leaves complete individual choice as to 

how the finished project can be decorated. 




POST SUPPORT 

AND FOUNDATION REQUIREMENTS 

ADJUSTABLE POST SUPPORT 

The Beamlock System includes a comprehensive and unique post-to-ground 

fixing solution. 

1 2 

The specially engineered base plate is designed to maximise full support up to 

10 tons (tension pulling strength 1.3 tons) and at the same time positively fix 

the post to the ground below. 

MAX 60mm 

ADJUSTMENT 

MAX 60mm 

ADJUSTMENT 

An additional benefit is the 60mm (maximum) of height adjustment of 

the base plate for an over-site that may not be level, an ideal solution in 

garages where frequent washing may occur and where a gentle fall is 

required for drainage. 

TIMBER SHROUD 

COVERS FIXING 

COMPONENTS. 

There are two choices of fixing: 

1 New purpose-built ground bearing over-site 

(partially covered in concrete). 

2 New or existing suitable surface, drill and fix. 

300mm 

An additional 60mm can be achieved from the same post length giving a 

maximum eaves height of 2,210mm. 

90mm 

300mm 

THE POST SUPPORT ENSURES THAT THE TIMBER POST 

IS KEPT OUT OF THE GROUND. 

FOUNDATION REQUIREMENTS 

Beamlock garages and car ports are to be erected on suitably prepared and level 

foundations, in accordance with the Local Building Regulation requirements. 

Typically a foundation type is decided upon by relevant information such as 

soil conditions, frost, heave, proximity to surrounding vegetation, landscape 

contour (slope of site), fresh landfill, clay, sandstone, loamy soil, water table and 

structural load. These are all relevant issues that may affect the foundation type 

(strip, trench, raft or pad foundation). Excavation depth and width, concrete 

thickness and proximity of concrete to finished ground level is also very 

important in selecting the correct foundation type for your site to save costs. 

NOTE: IT IS THE HOMEOWNER OR CONTRACTOR’S 

RESPONSIBILITY TO LAY A SUITABLE FOUNDATION AND IS 

NOT PART OF METSÄ WOOD’S SERVICE PACKAGE. 



AND INSTALLATION 


Planning 

Beamlock garages and car ports are to be erected on suitably prepared and 

level foundations, in accordance with the Local Building Regulation 

requirements. A full set of elevational plans suitable for planning 

submission are available. 

Call Beamlock Planline 0845 601 7886. 

Purchasing and lead times 

To order your Beamlock structure you will need to contact your local 

merchant. After placing your order you will be contacted to confirm your 

delivery address and to arrange for a convenient delivery time and date. 

Prior to delivery you will receive an order acknowledgement. 

Please allow 28 days for delivery. 

Delivery 

Deliveries are to UK mainland only, with suitable road access. Installation 

service only applies where the erection of the structure is within 25m of a 

suitable roadway access. 

Timber specifications 

Full compliance to Use Class 3.1*. 

Suitable for external use, not in ground contact. 

The Beamlock System is produced using Pinus Sylvestrus (10,800 - 13,000 

bending per N/mm 2 , comparison Oak 10,500 - 14,500 bending N/mm 2 ). 

It is made up using lamellas of pine laminated together, providing 

incredible strength. 

• Timber sections are dried in a climate-controlled kiln. 

• The lamellas are then laminated together to form a single solid 

beam using a high frequency hot press. 

• The beams are planed to section to achieve a tolerance of +/- 1mm. 

• The finished components are then treated for Use Class 3.1* using 

Vacsol Aqua double vacuum pressure impregnated preservative. 

This manufacturing process ensures that all Beamlock timber components are 

of the highest quality, avoiding all the typical problems such as shrinkage, 

splitting and variation in size, normally associated with timber sections of 

these dimensions. All external timbers must be coated with a proprietary 

brand of wood preserver, stain or paint within 6 months of installation to 

avoid UV light degradation of the treatment. 

*A SECONDARY PROTECTIVE COAT NEEDS TO BE APPLIED 

AND MAINTAINED TO ACHIEVE “USE CLASS 3.” 

INSTALLATION 

For full instructions on how to erect Metsä Wood Professional Timber Frame 

System structures please refer to the separate installation manuals. 




For more information and a list of stockists in your area visit 

www.metsawood.co.uk or call 0800 00 44 44 

Metsä Wood is a wood products company delivering 

service-oriented solutions developed in collaboration with 

its customers. Its premium solutions are based on 

ecological, high quality Nordic wood as a raw material. 

Wood is the only building material that is truly renewable, if 

well managed. Forest certification schemes give assurance 

that the timber is legal and from sustainable sources. Metsä 

Wood sources certified timber over uncertified and is an 

approved Chain of Custody supplier. 

MW0072 Oct 12. 

The photographs in this brochure are for illustration 

purposes only. 

Metsä Wood reserves the right to change the range 

without notice. 

Every effort has been made to ensure that colours are 

accurate within the limitations of natural lighting conditions 

and the four colour printing process. 

METSÄ WOOD 

Telephone: 0800 00 44 44 

Email: uk@metsagroup.com 

www.metsawood.co.uk 

MW0072 OCT 12

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