Trim / Casing (Exterior)

Related terms

• Tropical Hardwood (Ipe)

  Dense, durable hardwood decking (ipe, cumaru) that lasts decades but is heavy, hard to fasten, costly, and needs sourcing diligence.

• Thermal Movement (Composite)

  Composite/PVC boards expand and contract with temperature more than wood; gapping and fastening must follow the maker's spec or boards bu…

• Under-Deck Drainage

  A membrane or panel system below the joists that channels water away, creating dry usable space under an elevated deck.

• Stucco

  A cement plaster applied in coats over lath, traditional (three-coat) or one-coat synthetic. Durable but crack- and moisture-detail sensi…

• Vinyl Siding

  Interlocking PVC panels — the most economical, low-maintenance cladding. Quality varies by panel thickness; must be hung loose to move wi…

• Structural Screw

  An engineered, code-listed screw rated for structural connections (ledgers, posts), replacing lag bolts in many deck details.

• Water Table / Belt Course

  A projecting horizontal trim that visually breaks a tall wall and sheds water at a transition between siding types or stories.

• Stone Veneer

  Natural or manufactured stone facing applied to a wall. Manufactured (adhered) veneer is lighter/cheaper; both demand a proper drainage p…