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An enclosed raised spot evident on the surface of a building. They are mainly caused by the expansion of trapped air, water vapor, moisture or other gases.

A rectangular molding, usually by 1-3/8 inches or more in width, used in the assembly of a window frame. Serves as a stop for storm and screen or combination windows and to resist air infiltration.

Nailing in such a way that the nail heads are not visible on the face of the work usually at the tongue of matched boards.

The migration of a liquid to the surface of a component or into/onto an adjacent material.

Fiber-glass or rock-wool insulation that comes in long rolls 15 or 23 inches wide.

Any of various mixtures of hydrocarbons occurring naturally or obtained through the distillation of coal or petroleum. (See Coat Tar Pitch and Asphalt).

The dimension by which the framing system overlaps the edge of the glazing infill.

A cutout in a rafter where it crosses the top plate of the wall providing a bearing surface for nailing. Also called a heel cut.

Doors that slide by each other. Commonly used as closet doors.

A receipt for a deposit to secure the right to purchase a home at agreed terms by a buyer and seller.