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Structural glossary
Temporary propping
Temporarily supporting a structure during construction work.
Technical context
The temporary condition can differ from, and be less favourable than, the final condition. A coordinated support plan and work sequence are therefore important.
Where might you encounter this?
This term is relevant to, among other things, load-bearing wall removal. The detailed design depends on your project's information and assumptions.
Read more: Structural calculations for a load-bearing wall.
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