hiwang suhay

An acronym, height above plate. This carpentry term is used to describe the stand or height of any rafter at the backside of the birdsmouth, or outside edge of the building.

mahabang bakal o kahoy pang-suporta sa nasa itaas nito

Construction; Carpentry

A beam running horizontally above window, door, or other opening to support the structural members above it.

nakaanggulong suporta sa bubong

Construction; Carpentry

The main support for the jack rafters in a hip roof, normally running at a 45 degree angle from the common rafters.

mas maiksing rafter (suporta) gamit sa mga asuhan (chimney)

Construction; Carpentry

A rafter that spans from the top plate to the hip rafter or from valley rafter to ridge also hip to valley.

pamakuan ng sahig o kisame

Construction; Carpentry

Parallel framing members installed horizontally to carry floor and ceiling loads.

humahawak sa dulo ng pamakuan ng sahig o kisame

Construction; Carpentry

Metal brackets which hold joist ends. Hangers are often easier than toenailing joists.

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