Vocabulary 91-100

Question 1

Rafter

Answer 1

Any series of small, parallel beams for supporting the sheathing and covering of a pitched roof.

Question 2

Rainscreen principle

Answer 2

A concept for preventing the penetration of wind-driven rain through a wall, utilizing a rainscreen backed by a confined air space to shield an inner barrier where the primary air barrier is located.

Question 3

Rake end

Answer 3

The extension of a gable roof beyond the end wall along its slope.

Question 4

Reglet

Answer 4

A groove cut or formed in a vertical surface to receive flashing.

Question 5

Reinforcing bar

Answer 5

Aka Rebar, a steel bar for reinforcing concrete specified by the structural engineer.

Question 6

Ridge board

Answer 6

A horizontal line of intersection at the top between the sloping planes of a roof.

Question 7

Rim joist

Answer 7

Aka Header joist, a joist set on top of the sill and forming the perimeter of a wood-frame floor.

Question 8

Riser

Answer 8

The vertical face of a stair step.

Question 9

Rough grade

Answer 9

The level of the ground around a building following modifications to the site by heavy machinery.

Question 10

Sash

Answer 10

Fixed or movable framework of a window in which panes of glass are set.