profiled oak beams are beams that have been hollowed out in order to camouflage RSJs. The beam must be at least 7cm (2.5in) wider and deeper than the RSJ so that it retains its strength once hollow - profiled beams are generally to order only, though we do carry a limited stock of both reclaimed and air-dried beams which are already profiled - there should be a 2.5cm (1") gap between the profiled beam casing and the RSJ steel - air-dried beams lend themselves to the profiling process as they are straight and consistent in width along their length - air-dried oak beams can be aged by smoothing the edges, or even chamfering and taking some well placed 'scallops' out along the beam prior to being waxed, oiled, whitened or blackened to suit the particular project - profiled beams cost from £50 per cubic foot, plus an additional £25 per cubic foot for the cutting and hollowing-out process. Cleaning, de-nailing and finishing costs £15 per cubic foot. All plus VAT use the BEAM COST ESTIMATOR to easily work out the costs call 01285 869222 to order