Sill plate

Sill plate

Bottom horizontal member of an exterior wall frame which rests atop foundation, sometimes called mudsill. Also sole plate, bottom member of interor wall frame.

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sill plate

Building materials; Lumber

Bottom horizontal member of an exterior wall frame which rests atop foundation, sometimes called mudsill. Also sole plate, bottom member of interor wall frame.

sill plate

Construction; Framing

The horizontal wood member that is anchored to the foundation (pressure treated), it provides a nailing surface for joists or studs placed on it.

sill plate

Construction; Home remodeling

The lowest member of thehouse framing resting on top of the foundation wall. Also called the mudsill.

sill plate

Construction; Carpentry

A piece of horizontal wood which is anchored to the foundation masonry. It is used to provide a nailing surface for floors or walls built above.

sill plate

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A horizontal member anchored to a concrete or masonry wall.

sill plate

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The lumber used around the foundation to support exterior wall framing.

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