Cracking in main support beam

[frankdrebin]

I recently shifted the location of a load bearing stud in my home. In the process of the load resettling on the newly constructed load bearing structure, the horizontal wooden support beam displayed minor signs of cracking. First of all, I am not concerned with the structural integrity of the home. The new load bearing structure far exceeds the load capacity of the original load bearing stud, and the horizontal distance between the support structures has been reduced. My question is in regards to the type of filling/epoxy I should us to fill in the cracking in the beam. Obviously, I want to maximize the strength of the support beam, and also leave with a beam that can be painted and display no signs of cracking. Right now I am considering using simple carpenters glue or a two-part epoxy. Thoughts or suggestions?:adore:

[Wgoodrich]

You say stud normally standing verticle and speak leading me to believe this board is horizontal. A beam is 4" square or larger. You confuse me a bit on what you are saying. If this is a horizontal beam being 4" square or larger and you repositioned its support and if this beam was not cracked before but now is cracking you have a concern of support whether you know it or not.

It would help is you gave us the orientation of the board, the dimensions of that board and what it is supporting concerning number of floors, span of those floors, ceiling and roof providing the load of that supporting board. Then we can better serve you.

Wood filler is most commonly used to fill a crack but first you should research the safety of this beam.

Hope this helps

Wg