Vocabulary 121-133 Flashcards
Tread
Horizontal surface of a steel in a stair upon which the foot is placed
Trimmer
A joist supporting one end of a header at the edge of an opening in a floor or roof frame
Truss
A structural frame based on the geometric rigidity of the triangle and composed of linear members subject to axial tension or compression
Type x GWB
A gypsum board having a core containing additives for increased fire protection
Underlayment
A weather resistant material for covering and protecting a roof deck before shingles are applied
Valley
An intersection of two inclined roof surfaces toward which rainwater flows
Vapour barrier
A material installed to control diffusion of water vapour
Veneer
A non-structural facing of masonry or tile attached to a supporting structure
Waterproofing
A membrane or coating applied to render a surface impervious to water
Water table
The underground surface beneath which the earth is saturated with water
Weep hole
An opening in a wall to allow water to escape , sloped towards the exterior
Winder
Wedge-shaped converging on a Center point at an angle of either 30 or 40 degrees
Wythe
A continuous vertical section of a masonry wall one unit in thickness
