Trimmer (construction)

Trimmer (construction)

In light-frame construction, a trimmer is a timber or metal beam (joist) that is installed perpendicular to floor or ceiling joists in order to allow an opening, such as a stairwell or dormer, to be formed.

It can also refer to a jack stud that supports a header above a window or door opening.

Traditionally, a stud which was less than full length was sometimes referred to as a cripple. [ [http://www.buildeazy.com/glossary/cripplestud.html Glossary, building terms, word definitions. Define Cripple Stud ] ] [ [http://www.pbs.org/hometime/glossary/frame.htm Hometime Glossary - Framing ] ] [ [http://www.doityourself.com/stry/buildingwallstudwind Building a Wall 3 - Three Stud Corner and Windows | DoItYourself.com ] ]

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