Chapter 39 Backing, blocking, and furring

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What is backing?

Back

Backing is a construction term referring to the material or support used behind a surface to provide strength or support.

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What is a baseboard?

Back

A baseboard is a board covering the lowest part of an interior wall. Its purpose is to cover the joint between the wall surface and the floor.

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What is blocking in construction?

Back

Blocking refers to the use of short pieces of dimensional lumber in wood framed construction to provide structural support or to fill spaces.

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What is underlayment?

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Underlayment is a layer of material installed under the main flooring material to provide a smooth, even surface and to add additional support or insulation.