Tongue And Groove Decking Roof
A sample of solid 1 grade 2 x 6 edge vee one side ev1s douglas fir decking.
Tongue and groove decking roof. Timber tongue and groove decking is a specialty lum ber product constituting an important part of modern timber construction that can be used for many applica tions to provide an all wood appearance. Nominal three and four inch decking is especially well adapted for use with glued laminated arches and girders and is easily and quickly erected. Often porch joists that boards are nailed or screwed to are spaced 24 quot. Timber tongue and groove decking is a specialty lumber product constituting an important part of modern timber construction that can be used for many applications to provide an all wood appearance.
Standard structural decking patterns are 2 nominal tongued and grooved t g and 3 and 4 double t g products available with vee or eased edges to meet. Also available are solid and laminated versions of many decking species. The tongue and groove prevents cracks between the boards when they shrink in summer usually. Nominal three and four inch decking is especially well adapted for use with glued laminated arches and girders and is easily and quickly erected.
This tongue and groove decking combines appearance grade with unsurpassed quality of finish making them ideal for exposed ceiling applications. Tongue groove structural decking structural decking also known as roof decking should not be confused with lumber intended for residential and non residential outdoor decks. 2x6 douglas fir tongue and groove decking as one of the hardest and most dense of the softwood species douglas fir makes a practical as well as a beautiful addition to your home. 2 by decking would need to be used to prevent this or additional joists added to have 16 quot.
5 4 thick boards would have divination. Frequently used for loft flooring and roof decking the uniquely straight grain and reddish orange color of douglas fir provides eye catching appeal wherever it is. Tongue and groove roof decking especially the one from solid wood boards is one of the two most common choices for residential use right now. Tongue and groove decking provides the customer with an outstanding solution for roof and subfloor structure where exposed to the lower level.