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Refers usually to a precast roof deck panel poured with two fins in its underside to impart flexural rigidity.

In float glass, approximately 1/8" (3 mm.) thick.

When two layers of 2x4s are placed on top of studs in framing a wall.

A window with sashes that slide vertically and allow opening from the top and bottom.

Application of asphalt roofing so that the lapped portion is at least 2 inches wider than the exposed portion, resulting in two layers of roofing material over the deck.

A converted attic with windows projecting through a sloping roof.

The surrounding case into which and out of which a door closes and opens. It consists of two upright pieces, called side jambs, and a horizontal head jamb.

Beveled wood siding which is rabbeted on the bottom edge.

A device that changes the direction of water flow from one faucet to another.

Valves which have a single inlet and direct water to one of two outlets. Diverters are used with handshowers, shower risers, tub & shower combinations, and kitchen faucet sprayers.