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A measure of a material’s ability to resist the flow of heat. The higher the R-value, the better the insulating value.
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R-value
A measure of a material’s ability to resist the flow of heat. The higher the R-value, the better the insulating value.
Rafters
A common framing element that supports the roof.
Rail
The horizontal top, bottom, and middle parts of a panel door.
Rake
Where the cornice follows the slope of a gable roof.
Rebar
A term commonly referring to steel reinforcement used in concrete footings and walls.
Reproducibles
Copies of original architectural construction drawings. Unlike blueprints, these copies can be modified and blueprints can be made from them.
Ridge beam
A high roof beam where roof rafters intersect.
Riser
The vertical distance between two stair treads.
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