Round, square or rectangular hollow lengths of tubing, which are used in piping system support and structures where I-beams and other larger member are not needed.
Structure
Any constructed improvement on a site, such as a building, garage, fence, etc.
Structure section
Cross section or cut through drawing to show the layers of material in a roadway.
Strut
Intermediate brace that adds strength to the other members by serving as a load path between them.
Stub-out
Short lengths of pipe installed during rough-in to which fixtures and drains will eventually be installed.
Stubby flex ratchet
The stubby flex ratchet is designed for work in tight spaces.
Stucco
Exterior or interior coating, which is a mixture of sand, Portland cement, lime and water which can be used on houses and other buildings.
Stud
Vertical member of a frame wall usually placed between a bottom plate and a top plate, spaced every 16 inches or 24 inches apart. Provides structural support for drywall and sheathing.
Stud driver
Explosive cartridge device used to drive a special fastener into concrete, steel, etc.
Stud finder
Ultrasonic device which locates studs behind a wall surface. Magnetic device which locates the nails in the studs behind a wall surface.
