glossary
Joist
A member supporting decking boards. Some WPC joists require continuous support and must not be assumed to be spanning structural beams. Names and abbreviations: deck support member. Related terms: Joist spacing; Composite decking; Creep. Sources: https://research.fs.usda.gov/download/treesearch/42497.pdf
Sources & further reading
- USDA Forest Products Laboratory — Wood/Nonwood Thermoplastic Composites ↗USDA Forest Products Laboratory · web · 2026-10-17