Hi all - can anyone suggest the best option?. beam is on top of brick columns and has a vergola gutter attached to it (light weight). My question is should I use a filling compound like Builder's Bog or similar to repair it or is it beyond repair? If I replace it, will treated pine or hardwood match the other timbers best as I understand I am not allowed to use Oregon now. Photos attached.
many thanks
Diana
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