Definition of the term Cost Plus Contract
See Time and Materials Contract.
Definition of the term Gable Roof
A type of roof with sloping planes of the same pitch on each side of the ridge. Has a gable at each end.
Definition of the term Non-Sag
A sealant formulation having a consistency that will permit application in vertical joints without appreciable sagging or slumping. This performance characteristic allows the sealant to be installed in a sloped…
Definition of the term Shading Coefficient
The ratio of the solar heat gain through a specific glass product to the solar heat gain through a lite of 1/8" (3mm) clear glass.
Definition of the term Weatherstrip
Jamb-width or narrower sections of thin metal or other material to prevent infiltration of air and moisture around windows and doors. Compression weather stripping prevents air infiltration, provides tension, and…
Definition of the term Barrel Roof
A roof design which in a cross section is arched.
Definition of the term C ounter Flashing
The formed metal secured to a wall, curb, or roof top unit to cover and protect the upper edge of a base flashing and its associated fasteners. This type of…
Definition of the term Galvanize
To coat a metal with zinc by dipping it in molten zinc after cleaning.
Definition of the term Non-Skinning
Descriptive of a product that does not form a surface skin.
Definition of the term Shake
A thick handsplit shingle, resawed to form two shakes; usually edge-grained.