Counterlathing

/ˈkaʊntərˌlæðɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The process or technique of installing counterlaths as part of a construction or building framework.

Etymology

From counterlath + -ing (gerund/present participle suffix). This specialized construction term describes the ongoing action of adding counterlaths.

Kelly Says

Counterlathing is one of those old construction skills that's becoming rare as building techniques modernize, but it's still used in restoration work on historic buildings!

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