Rim Joist / Band Joist


Construction glossary · Structural

Glossary › Rim Joist / Band Joist

Structural · definition

The joist running around the perimeter of a floor frame, closing the joist ends and transferring loads. A key air-sealing and structural element.

Source: Wikipedia — Rim Joist

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