ledger board
Americannoun
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a timber board forming the top rail of a fence or balustrade
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Also called: ribbon strip. a timber board fixed horizontally to studding to support floor joists
Etymology
Origin of ledger board
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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The second trick is to use a kick-out on the all-important flashing that covers the top of the deck ledger board.
From Washington Post • May 24, 2022
An enormous amount of weight is transferred to this ledger board.
From Washington Post • May 24, 2022
This is a recipe for disaster if the deck ledger board or the untreated wood on the exterior of your home has rotted because the ledger board was not installed correctly.
From Washington Post • May 24, 2022
The second trick is to use kick-out flashing above the deck’s ledger board, which prevents water intrusion.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 20, 2022
This is a recipe for disaster if the deck ledger board or the untreated wood on the exterior of your home has rotted due to exposure to the elements or incorrect installation.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 20, 2022
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