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Crucks: Type of termDefinition (tool-tip); TermCrucks; Alternative Terms-; Replaced with-; Short Description-; Long Description(lit. crooked): Pairs of inclined timbers (blades), usually curved, set at bay-length intervals in a building; they support the roof timbers and, in timber buildings, also support the walls. Base crucks have blades rising from ground level to a tie-beam or collar-beam which supports the roof timbers. Full crucks have blades rising from ground level to the apex of the roof, serving as the main members of a roof truss. Jointed crucks have blades formed from more than one timber; the lower member may act as a wall-post; it is usually elbowed at wall-plate level and jointed just above. Middle crucks have blades rising from halfway up the walls to a tie or collar-beam. Raised crucks have blades rising from halfway up the walls to the apex. Upper crucks have blades supported on a tie-beam and rising to the apex.; Images; See also
See also:Tie-beam; Term Language-