| Title | काष्ठ छत शहतीर - Kāshtha Chhat Shahteer (Timber Roof Joists)काष्ठ छत शहतीर Kāshtha Chhat Shahteer |
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| Description | काष्ठ छत शहतीर - Kāshtha Chhat Shahteer (Timber Roof Joists) are structural members made of wood, supporting the roof load. Traditionally, seasoned hardwood like teak or sal was preferred for its strength and durability. Modern construction may use treated softwood. |
| Tags | काष्ठ छत शहतीर Kāshtha Chhat Shahateer Timber Roof Joist Wood Roof Joist Rafter Beam |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-541023864-20-11-25-KI |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/timber-roof-joists |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/timber-roof-joists |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 20, 2025 |
| Types | Wood Natural Material Hardwood Softwood |
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| Regions | Western Ghats (Teak) Central India (Sal) Himalayan region (Deodar) Various (depending on timber species) Kerala (Teak) |
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| Time Periods | Ancient times Medieval Period CE Modern times Ancient Medieval Modern |
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| Sources | Forests of Karnataka Forests of Madhya Pradesh Lumber mills across India Forests (various locations) Timber mills (various locations) |
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| Properties | Density: 500-800 kg/m³ (depending on species) Bending strength: 50-100 MPa (depending on species) Moisture content: 12-15% Thermal conductivity: 0.1-0.2 W/mK Bending strength: 40-80 MPa (depending on species) |
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| Uses | Roof support Ceiling framing Structural framework Ceiling support Structural framing |
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| Materials | कील - Keel (Nails) पेंच - Pench (Screws) लकड़ी का गोंद - Lakdi Ka Gond (Wood Glue) लकड़ी की छत की चादर - Lakdi Ki Chhat Ki Chadar (Wooden Roofing Sheets) |
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| Styles | Kerala architecture style Vernacular architecture Traditional Indian architecture |
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| Categories | Temple House Community Hall |
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| Notes |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Forest Research Institute (FRI) publications | Technical Report | Timber properties and preservation |
| Indian Forest Research Institute publications | Research Report | Timber properties and preservation |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Hindu Society of Alberta Edmonton Temple | Primary | Roof | 100% |