Wall plate
A horizontal structural member at the top of a wall, to which the rafters or joists are attached.
A wall plate is a horizontal timber or metal member placed on top of a wall to distribute loads and provide a base for roof framing. It is crucial for ensuring structural stability, enhancing load distribution, and facilitating construction. By providing a secure connection between walls and roof structures, wall plates support efficient construction, improve quality, and contribute to successful project outcomes by ensuring that structures are well-aligned, stable, and compliant with design specifications and performance criteria.
Used in a sentence
The wall plate was secured to provide support for the roof rafters.
Synonyms/variation
Top Plate
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