Deck Glossary
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| Term |
Definition |
| Beam |
Spans between the posts and supports the joists. |
| Decking Boards |
Floor surface of the deck nailed to the joists. |
| Fascia |
Boards that are attached around the sides of the deck floor, covering the ends of the deck boards and the perimeter joists for decorative purposes. |
| Footings |
Concrete bases embedded in the ground. They provide main support for the deck. |
| Joists |
Provide support for the decking boards, usually 16 inches on center. |
| Joist Hangers |
Metal fasteners that attach joists to ledger board. |
| Ledger Board |
The board that attaches directly to the existing structure. |
| Piers |
Concrete blocks located above the footing. Usually 6 inches high. |
| Posts |
Vertical supports that rest on piers and support the beam. |
| Post Anchors |
Metal brackets that attach the post to piers. |
| Rim Joist |
Sometimes called "perimeter joist." Butts up against the joist ends, usually on the side of the deck away from the house. |
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| Term |
Definition |
| Tread |
Horizontal face of each step in a stairway. |
| Run |
The length of a step. |
| Rise |
The height of a step. |
| Stringer |
The inclined member that supports the stairway's treads. Can be solid - with the treads attached to cleats mounted on the inside face, or cut out, with treads resting on top of the cutouts. |
| Riser Board |
The board that is attached to the front of a step between treads. |