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Alteration of viewed images caused by variations in glass flatness or in homogeneous portions within the glass. An inherent characteristic of heat-treated glass.

A device that grinds food sufficiently to enter drains for disposal without clogging them.

To open, take apart or remove any component, device or piece that would not typically be opened, taken apart or removed by an ordinary occupant.

To nail perpendicular to the initial surface or to the junction of the pieces joined. Also termed Face Nailing.

Passive solar heating system in which sunlight penetrates and warms the house interior directly.

Yard lumber from 2 inches to, but not including, 5 inches thick and 2 or more inches wide. Includes joists, rafters, studs, plank, and small timbers.

Temperature at which vapor condenses from the atmosphere and forms water.

To arrive at an opinion or conclusion pursuant to examination.

One who designs houses, interiors, landscaping or other objects. When used it the context of residential construction it usually suggests that a designer is not a licensed architect. Most jurisdictions don't require an architectural license for most single family construction.

Specified pressure a product is designed to withstand.