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Lisplank
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Definition
Barge board or gable trim — a decorative or protective board installed along the outer edge of a sloping roof at the gable end, covering the rafter tails and forming the edge of the overhang. Lisplank is made from timber, galvalum, or composite material and is a standard finishing detail in Indonesian roofing that protects the gable from weather.
Example
A traditional atap-pelana house has a wooden lisplank at each gable end, often carved or moulded, adding character to the roof edge while protecting the rafter tails from direct rain and sun exposure.