Definition of the term Seasoning
Removing moisture from green wood in order to improve its serviceability.
Removing moisture from green wood in order to improve its serviceability.
A finishing material, either clear or pigmented, that is usually applied directly over uncoated wood for the purpose of sealing the surface.
An elastomeric material with adhesive qualities applied between components of a similar or dissimilar nature to provide an effective barrier against the passage of the elements.
A bricklayers cutting tool used for dressing and trimming brick to a special shape. It resembles a small pick.
An outlet in the wall of a building or a parapet wall for drainage of water from a flat roof.
A woven or mat-type fabric that is used as a membrane sandwich between other material to provide reinforcement and stretch resistance.
Fitting woodwork to an irregular surface. In moldings, cutting the end of one piece to fit the molded face of the other at an interior angle to replace a miter joint.
The wood or metal straightedge used to strike off or level newly placed concrete when doing cement work. Screeds can be the leveling device used or the form work used to level or establish the level of the concrete. Screeds…
The first coat of plaster, which is scratched to form a bond for the second coat.
The removal of all drywall material and debris after the home is "hung out" (installed) with drywall.