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Roofing
Referring to the construction and/or tiling of rooves on buildings and other structures.
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End lap
Construction; Roofing
(In Roofing) The amount by which roofing tiles, slates shingles flashings etc overlap each other to achieve waterproofing at the end, that is in the direction of the slope. Higher overlaps lower by ...
Eltham palace roof
Construction; Roofing
The third largest example of a hammer beam roof in the UK, built to cover the great hall of the palace built for Edward 1V in the 15th century south of London.
Eaves bracket
Construction; Roofing
A bracket between a wall and the eaves to increase the overhang at the eaves.
Eaves lining
Construction; Roofing
A sheeting or lining material to seal the underside of an overhanging eaves or verge.
Fascia purlin
Construction; Roofing
Usually in steel shed roofs, a rolled formed comnination of a fascia and a purlin. Can be ordred to suit varying roof pitches.
Fascia stiffener
Construction; Roofing
In an overhanging eaves, a horizontal timber behind the fascia at the hip corners to support the last jack rafters.
Fascia gutter
Construction; Roofing
1.) A rainwater gutter that is fixed to a fascia board. 2.) A purpose made rainwater gutter that is fixed to the ends of the rafters and also performs the function of a fascia board.
