Definition of the term Flat Glass
A general term that describes float glass, sheet glass, plate glass, and rolled glass.
Definition of the term Mineral Stabilizers
Finely ground limestone, slate, traprock or other inert materials added to asphalt coatings for durability and increased resistance to fire and weathering.
Definition of the term Rough Plumbing
All plumbing that should be done before the finish trades (sheetrock, painting, etc), including all waste lines and supply water lines that are in the walls or framing of the…
Definition of the term Vapor Retarder
Any substance that prevents the transmission of water vapor.
Definition of the term Anchor Bolts
In residential construction, bolts used to secure a wooden sill plate to a concrete or masonry floor or wall. In commercial construction, bolts which fasten columns, girders or other members…
Definition of the term Concrete Board or Wonderboard (TM)
A panel made out of concrete and fiberglass usually used as a tile backing material.
Definition of the term Flat Grain
Flat grain lumber has been sawed parallel to the pith of the log and approximately tangent to the growth rings, i.e., the rings form an angle of less than 45…
Definition of the term Mineral-Surfaced Roofing
Asphalt shingles and roll roofing that are covered with granules.
Definition of the term RPM
Revolutions per Minute.
Definition of the term Variable Rate
An interest rate that will vary over the term of the loan.