Joist

Construction glossary · Core terms

Core terms · definition

One of the repetitive horizontal members that support a floor or ceiling, spanning between beams or walls. Joist size, spacing, and direction govern what you can cut or load.

Source: InterNACHI — Inspection Glossary: Joist

Where this term lands on a Columbus budget

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