shiplap
noun
ship·lap
ˈship-ˌlap 
: wooden sheathing in which the boards are rabbeted so that the edges of each board lap over the edges of adjacent boards to make a flush joint
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Think wood shingles, exposed beams, and lots of shiplap.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
The beloved couple introduced modern farmhouse decor to millions of homeowners who took to heart Joanna’s love of moody color paired with neutrals, barn doors, pale wood, and, of course, shiplap.
—Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2024
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
The beloved couple introduced modern farmhouse decor to millions of homeowners who took to heart Joanna’s love of moody color paired with neutrals, barn doors, pale wood, and, of course, shiplap.
—Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2024
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“Shiplap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shiplap. Accessed 30 May. 2024.
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