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Wall stud
Component of a building's wall / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A wall stud is a vertical repetitive framing member in a building's wall of smaller cross section than a post. It is a fundamental element in frame building.
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- Cripple
- Window header
- Top plate / upper wall plate
- Window sill
- Stud
- Sill plate / sole plate / bottom plate