glossary
Tongue and groove
A joint with a projecting tongue fitting a groove. A closed-looking joint is not proof of a watertight assembly. Names and abbreviations: T&G; interlocking profile. Related terms: Hidden fastener; Expansion gap; Drainage. 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