Just starting the long process of constructing a wheeled fishhouse. Just curious if anyone has issues or concerns regarding T and G cedar +/or pine interiors. A good friend claims I should only use 4' X 8' sheets to minimize flexing and increasing strength. Any thoughts or comments would be helpful. Thanks in advance.
Its ok to use T/g on the 2x4 studs as long as you nail it and I would also use construction glue on the stud....using this method will prevent any flexing!
WHEN THE GLUE CURES.....You will beable to use a jack in a corner of the house and lift!
Thanks Bobber Bob. That is exactly what i was thinking too. As long as I am picking your brain, any thoughts as to T and G thickness? A local lumber chain sells a product in 5/16'' thickness for either pine or cedar. Go with the standard or the thinner 5/16'' product? The thinner material would reduce weight, but possibly be more prone to buckling. Just a thought, and thanks again.
I have had no problems with pine 5/16 t/g I used to build my wheelhouse. I do have aluminum exterior, most strength comes form the aluminum. One tip when installing t/g interior use an finish nailer that you can shoot staples, holds better than finish nails.
Make sure the tongue and groove you are using is cured all the way. That way, you'll avoid excessive shrinking that'll pull the T & G apart or warp with heat from your propane stove.
I would suggest you let the wood "climatize" for about 3-4 days before you install it. It should be at room temperature, 60-70 degrees is best for both the wood and the glue. If you were to bring in cold T & G, it could expand and cause buckling. Once the glue is set the temperature variance in the house is much less critical.
