Turn common product questions into informed project decisions with this FAQ resource for Artisan Series Faux Wood Ceiling Beams. The answers below provide focused information to help you understand the beams and plan with greater confidence. For a topic not addressed here, call (800) 396-6410, submit an inquiry through the Contact Form, or request assistance by Email.
Yes. A fully enclosed 4-sided profile is well suited to suspended decorative applications because the beam can be viewed from below, beside, and above without exposing an unfinished open side. The attachment system must be properly secured to structural framing rather than relying on the decorative beam itself for support. Tilton specifically recommends 4-sided beams for applications where the beam is visible from all angles.
Yes. The Rough Sawn texture is molded from natural wood to reproduce grain, knots, saw marks, and other surface details associated with rustic lumber. This provides an aged timber appearance while avoiding many of the inconsistencies, weight, and maintenance considerations that can accompany reclaimed solid wood.
Yes. Because the profile is enclosed on all four sides, it works particularly well for crossbeams and other architectural layouts where surfaces may be visible from several directions. The Rough Sawn finish gives these exposed elements the visual character of substantial sawn timbers while the HDU construction keeps them considerably lighter than solid wood.
Yes. These decorative beams are suitable for both residential and commercial applications, making them an option for restaurants, hotels, retail spaces, offices, and other interiors that call for exposed timber character. Their lightweight HDU construction can also simplify installation compared with incorporating heavy solid timbers solely for decorative purposes.
No. HDU does not require the same maintenance needed to protect natural lumber from rot, insects, splitting, or warping. This allows the Rough Sawn surface to maintain a rustic timber appearance without many of the long-term upkeep concerns associated with real wood.
