chapter 19 Flashcards
Actual dimensions of sills used in most residential construction are ___.
1-1/2” X 5-1/2”
In residential construction, floor joists are usually spaced ___ OC.
16”
Engineered wood floor trusses are commonly spaced ___ OC.
24”
Curtain ___ construction allows wide expanses of glass without of need for headers.
walls
The actual (dry) size of a 2 X 10 floor joist is ___.
1-1/2” X 9-1/4”
When a floor area is to be cantilevered 2’ beyond a foundation wall, the joists should extend inside a minimum of ___ for adequate support.
4’
The size of a nominal 1 X 6 board is ___ when dry.
3/4” X 5-1/2”
A floor that uses girders or ___ requires fewer support members.
trusses
Provides a base for ceramic tile, stone, and slate floors.
cement motar mix
Used when a portion of the floor extends outside the foundation wall.
cantilevered joists
