AllTradesJournal

Structural Safety

2 articles

A collapsed second-floor deck showing damage and exposed spray foam insulation, illustrating DIY renovation risks.
Safety

DIY spray foam risks second floor load paths nationwide

A recent incident in Ohio saw a second-floor deck collapse, which investigators linked to altered load paths from a DIY exterior renovation project, highlighting a growing, unmonitored risk in homes n

Rick Donovan·May 22, 2026
A modern infrastructure project built with advanced composite materials, subtly showing signs of potential structural compromise due to overestimated design strength.
Materials

Advanced Composites: Overestimated Strength & Safety Risks

Current industry guidelines for advanced composite materials in infrastructure may overestimate their design strength by 13%, potentially compromising structural safety.

Kyle Brenner·April 26, 2026