Roofing

Roofing

Referring to the construction and/or tiling of rooves on buildings and other structures.

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Copper roofing

Construction; Roofing

Flat sheets of copper used as a roofing material. Very long lasting. The typical green colour of an old copper roof is a layer of oxidisation that protects the material from further deterioration.

Dendrology

Construction; Roofing

The branch of botany involving the study of trees and shrubs.

1.) One of a pair or naturally curved timbers used to form frames or trusses that were the main structural elements in mediaeval building in Northern Europe. 2.) A building that contains crucks or ...

Curb

Construction; Roofing

Curb is a name for the joint between the roof faces in gambrel and mansard roofs.

Collar tie roof

Construction; Roofing

A short span roof without a ceiling joist or other tie at the wall plates. A collar tie is used to create greater head height.

Collar tie

Construction; Roofing

In timber roofs a member which spans two opposite rafters, usually at mid span between the wall plate and the ridge to stop the rafters spreading under load.

Collar flashing

Construction; Roofing

Any type of flashing that seals an object that passes through a roof. In particular now associated with proprietary fittings to suit various circular holes in roofs. i.e. vent pipes or extractor ...