Deck Fascia

Related terms

• Joist

  One of the repetitive horizontal members that support a floor or ceiling, spanning between beams or walls. Joist size, spacing, and direc…

• Deck Footing

  The concrete base below a deck post, sized and dug below the frost line to carry the post load without heaving or settling.

• Deck Beam

  The horizontal member spanning between posts that carries the joists. Size depends on span and the joist load above it.

• Deck Joist

  The repetitive members spanning ledger to beam that the decking fastens to. Spacing (12–16 in.) depends on decking type and direction.

• Course

  One horizontal row of siding running the length of the wall. Courses are kept level and to consistent exposure for a straight appearance.

• Deck Post

  A vertical member (typically 6x6) carrying the deck beam down to the footing, secured top and bottom with rated connectors.

• Corner Post

  Trim at outside (and inside) wall corners that receives and finishes siding ends for a weather-tight, clean corner.

• Deck Stain / Sealer

  A penetrating or film finish protecting wood decking from UV and moisture; requires periodic reapplication, unlike composite.