High-Stiffness, Exterior-Rated, Paint-Ready LVL
Framing LVL E14 H3 Primed is laminated veneer lumber made from many thin, pre-graded pine veneers bonded under factory conditions into straight, uniform members. Its E14 stress grade gives it high stiffness for beams, lintels and longer-span structural members, while its straightness and consistency keep exposed timber looking and performing well. The difference from our H2S framing LVL is its treatment and finish: it is built for outdoor life. The 'H3' designation means the LVL is treated for exterior, above-ground exposure — it can get wet and is protected against decay, fungi and termites in weather-exposed applications. The factory primer seals the surface and leaves it ready for your exterior topcoats, saving a site step. The result is a stiff, durable, paint-ready structural member ideal for exposed outdoor timber.
Why Choose Framing LVL E14 H3 Primed
Technical Specifications
Product
Structural LVL (laminated veneer lumber)
Standard
Manufactured to AS/NZS 4357
Stress grade
E14 (modulus of elasticity ≈ 14 GPa; high stiffness)
Treatment
H3 — exterior, above-ground (weather-exposed) protection
Finish
Factory-primed, ready to paint
Use conditions
Exterior, above ground; protect/maintain the painted finish
Veneer
Pre-graded pine veneers
Typical uses
Exposed beams, lintels, rafters; pergola/veranda/carport structure
Sizing
Per manufacturer span tables / project engineer
Where Framing LVL E14 H3 Primed Performs Best
Exposed pergola, veranda and carport beams and rafters.
Weather-exposed lintels and structural members above ground.
Entry and feature structures with exposed structural timber.
Outdoor structural framing requiring an exterior rating and paint finish.
Projects wanting a stiff, durable, paint-ready exposed member.
Above-ground exterior applications generally (not in-ground).
Working With Framing LVL E14 H3 Primed
Framing LVL E14 H3 Primed can be cut, drilled and fixed with standard timber tools and corrosion-resistant fasteners suited to exterior use. As a structural member, size, support, fixing and any notching or holes must follow the manufacturer’s span tables and details and your project engineer; do not cut it outside permitted limits. Seal any cut surfaces and re-prime them before painting to maintain protection. Apply your exterior topcoats over the factory primer following the paint manufacturer’s guidance, coating all faces, edges and cut ends for the best protection and finish. Detail exposed members to shed water, keep them above ground, and maintain the painted finish over time, repainting as needed, to preserve both appearance and durability.
Get Your Free QuoteFraming LVL E14 H3 Primed Treatment & Compliance
The H3 treatment protects the LVL for exterior, above-ground exposure, where the member may get wet, against decay, fungi and termites. This is what allows it to be used outdoors in applications where H2S framing LVL must not. Even so, good detailing matters: keep members above ground (H3 is not for in-ground or constantly wet use), detail them to drain and ventilate, and maintain the coating. The factory primer is a finish, not a substitute for topcoats — apply your exterior paint system over it, and re-seal and re-prime any cut surfaces before painting. For in-ground or constantly wet applications, H3 is not sufficient; talk to our team about the appropriate product.
Get Your Free QuoteSpecifying and Sizing Framing LVL E14 H3 Primed
Getting the most out of Framing LVL E14 H3 Primed starts with specifying it correctly. The stress grade tells you the stiffness, and the treatment tells you where it can be used, but the actual member size for a given load and span comes from the manufacturer’s published span tables and design information — and, for primary structural members, from your project engineer or building designer. We can supply the exact sizes, grades, treatments and lengths called up on your plans or engineering documentation, so the simplest approach is to send us your schedule and let us match the product to it. Where it helps, we will also point you to the relevant span tables and technical literature. When you order, it pays to confirm the depth, thickness, grade, treatment and length of every member, plus the quantities, so the delivery arrives complete and ready to build with minimal waste. If you are weighing up grades or treatments — for example, whether a job calls for E10 or stiffer E14, or H2S versus an exterior H3 product — our team is happy to talk it through and help you specify the right member for the application, the location and the budget.
Get Your Free QuoteSustainable & Ethically Sourced
Framing LVL E14 H3 Primed makes efficient use of fast-growing, plantation-grown veneers, and its exterior treatment and primed finish help exposed structural timber last its full service life outdoors — avoiding early replacement. JVS Timber supplies it manufactured to AS/NZS 4357 and compliant with Australian industry standards.
Get Your Free QuoteFraming LVL E14 H3 Primed Sizes & Availability
JVS Timber supplies Framing LVL E14 H3 Primed in the common beam and lintel depths and thicknesses and in long, straight lengths. Whether you need a few exposed beams or bulk LVL for a larger outdoor structure, our team can confirm current stock, sizes and competitive trade pricing, delivered Australia-wide. Send us the member sizes and lengths from your plans and we will confirm availability.
Get Your Free QuoteFraming LVL E14 H3 Primed — Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — it is treated to H3 for exterior, above-ground exposure, so it can be used for weather-exposed structural members such as pergola beams and exposed rafters. It is not for in-ground or constantly wet use.