Home Building Terms and Construction Definitions

Paul Lehmann's Home Building Dictionary

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Jamb

Head and side linings of a doorway that include the studs as well as the frame and trim.

Joist

Wooden beams that run parallel to each other and support the floor or ceiling of a structure. Joists are supported by larger beams, girders or bearing walls.

Joist Hanger

Metal U shaped piece used to join a floor joist to another bearing joist or beam.
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