Home/Movement joint explained
Structural glossary
Movement joint
A separation allowing movement between building parts.
Technical context
Temperature, shrinkage and differential settlement may require a joint. Its position and construction belong in a considered design.
Where might you encounter this?
This term is relevant to, among other things, house extensions. The detailed design depends on your project's information and assumptions.
Read more: Structural calculations for a house extension.
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