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Framing
Construction by putting together the structural parts of a building.
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Framing
load-bearing wall
Construction; Framing
A wall that supports structural weight above it. Identified by having overlapped or butted ceiling joists running perpendicularly above it.
check
Construction; Framing
Separation of wood fibers following the direction of the rays. Caused by the tension of uneven drying.
king post
Construction; Framing
A central, vertical post extending from the bent plate or girt to the junction of the rafters.
tack
Construction; Framing
A temporary nailer. An object it "tacked" into place to assist in positioning, measuring, handling, etc.
