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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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Joint compound
Building materials; Lumber
A synthetic based formula used in combination with paper tape to conceal joints between drywall panels.
Gable end truss
Building materials; Lumber
Truss used at the ends of a gable roof. It has vertical members which are spaced to allow convenient attachment of the exterior wall sheathing.
Dimension lumber
Building materials; Lumber
Lumber that is sawn and planed to standard sizes and lengths 2x4 through 2x12 across the grain by 8 to 24 feet in length.
Dimensional lumber
Building materials; Lumber
Lumber that is sawn and planed to standard sizes and lengths 2x4 through 2x12 across the grain by 8 to 24 feet in length.
Gable stud
Building materials; Lumber
The stud at the gable of a roof where the exterior finish is applied.
Plumb bob
Building materials; Lumber
A lead weight attached to a string. It is the tool used in determining plumb.
