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Lumber
Timber after it has been sawed and split into planks or other smaller components that can be used as building material.
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Cantilever
Building materials; Lumber
The portion of a structural beam which extends or "cantilevers" beyond the end support, and whose end is not supported.
Caulk
Building materials; Lumber
Any variety of different compounds used to seal seams and joists against infiltration of water and air.
Ceiling joist
Building materials; Lumber
One of a series of parrallel framing members used to support ceiling loads and supported in turn by larger beams, girders, or bearing walls.
Chair rail
Building materials; Lumber
A moulding installed on a wall at a height that will protect the wall from damage due to the backs of chairs coming in contact with it. In modern times, used more for decoration than function.
Channel
Building materials; Lumber
A patterned shiplapped siding that may be applied vertically or diagonally.
Brick veneer
Building materials; Lumber
A brick facing used over a sub-wal to provide an exterior finish for a house.
