1. short horizontal wooden pieces used as infill between the vertical studs in timber frame construction
Usage: construction; carpentry

Examples

• The carpenter installed noggings between the wall studs for additional support.
• Fire-resistant noggings help prevent flames from spreading through wall cavities.
• The building code requires noggings at specific intervals in timber frame walls.
• Workers cut the noggings to fit snugly between the vertical supports.
• Proper installation of noggings strengthens the overall wall structure.
• The architect specified treated timber for all noggings in the exterior walls.