Timber or timber substitute blocks for use in massive timber structure

摘要

The blocks 11 comprise inter-engaging features such that they can be formed into a larger building structure. The blocks preferably include a tongue 12 and groove 13 formation for co-operative engagement with similar adjacent blocks. The tongue and groove may each respectively comprise a barb 12a and rebate 13a which elastically deform when the blocks are pressed together before locking together. The blocks may be secured together mechanically or by using an adhesive. The blocks are preferably used to form a structure such as a wall in a building, the wall being attached to the building via brackets attached to support structures within the building. The blocks can also be used to form columns, beams and door frames and are preferably sized similarly to conventional building blocks, such as bricks. Also claimed is a laminated structure comprising two layers of block panels secured together. The timber substitute may be plastic, chipboard, acrylic or metal.