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SHEATHING SAG [1 record]

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Record 1 2020-03-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Roofs (Building Elements)
  • Structural Framework
CONT

Sheathing sag [appears as] a repetitive pattern across the roof between rafters, trusses or roof joists.

OBS

Sheathing sag is the result of rafter spacing that's too wide or sheathing material that's too thin.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Toitures (Éléments du bâtiment)
  • Charpentes
CONT

Fléchissement du support de couverture. [...] Lorsqu'on installe le platelage, il faut veiller à bien établir l'écartement et le support des joints.

Spanish

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