Furring
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-002485
The process of installing strips of wood, metal, or other material, called furring strips, to a wall or ceiling surface. This creates a space between the finish material and the structural element, allowing for insulation, wiring, or to level an uneven surface. Furring is a common practice in both new construction and renovation projects.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-002485 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Manufacturing |
| Translations | German: Konterlattung; Spanish: forro; French: fourrure |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-002485",
"term": "Furring",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "The process of installing strips of wood, metal, or other material, called furring strips, to a wall or ceiling surface. This creates a space between the finish material and the structural element, allowing for insulation, wiring, or to level an uneven surface. Furring is a common practice in both new construction and renovation projects.",
"subject": "Manufacturing",
"translations": {
"de": "Konterlattung",
"es": "forro",
"fr": "fourrure"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/furring/"
}
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