The construction term 'soffit' refers to what aspect of an arch or overhang?
Soffit Soffit A soffit is an exterior or interior architectural feature, generally the underside of any construction element. A structure to fill the space between the ceiling and the top of cabinets mounted on the wall is called a soffit, as is the material connecting an exterior wall to the edge of the roof under the eaves. Soffit is from , formed as a ceiling; and directly from "suffictus" for "suffixus", , to fix underneath). In architecture, soffit is the underside of any construction element. Examples of soffits include: In popular use, "soffit" most often refers to the material forming a
Soffit ceiling from the top of an exterior house wall to the outer edge of the roof, i.e., bridging the gap between a home's siding and the roofline, otherwise known as the eaves. When so constructed, the soffit material is typically screwed or nailed to rafters known as lookout rafters or lookouts for short. Soffit exposure profile (from wall to fascia) on a building's exterior can vary from a few centimetres (2–3 inches) to 3 feet or more, depending on construction. It can be non-ventilated or ventilated, to prevent condensation. A grill that covers the venting opening on the bottom of