Construction Terminology

An explanation of some industry terms

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Queen post

A roof truss having two vertical posts between the rafters and the tie beam; the upper ends of the vertical posts are connected by a straining piece (such as a tie rod or cable).

Quoin

Quoins or Cornerstones are the corner stones positioned at the edge of a building wall.


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