What type of support is not adequate for ledger boards?

Ledger boards are critical components in the structural support of decks and canopies, as they are responsible for transferring loads from the deck or structure to the building's framing. An inadequate support type can lead to structural failure, posing safety hazards.

Stucco or brick veneer does not provide the necessary structural support for ledger boards primarily because it is not a load-bearing material. While these materials can contribute to the aesthetic appearance of a building, they lack the strength needed to support dynamic loads, such as the weight of the deck and its occupants, or resist lateral forces that may act upon it. Ledger boards require attachment to a solid, load-bearing framing to ensure stability and safety.

In contrast, wood framing, concrete, and steel reinforcements are all materials capable of bearing significant loads when properly installed. Wood framing can provide good support when adequately anchored, concrete can handle immense pressure, and steel reinforcements offer exceptional strength and resistance to bending or breaking. Each of these supports meets the structural demands needed for safely anchoring ledger boards.