Definition of the term Cricket
A peaked saddle construction at the back of a chimney to prevent accumulation of snow and ice and to deflect water around the chimney.
Definition of the term Glass
A hard, brittle substance, usually transparent, made by fusing silicates under high temperatures with soda, lime, etc.
Definition of the term Offset
A tubular component which permits the offsetting of a drainage run in the same basic direction.
Definition of the term Shutoff Valve
The valve that allows water supply to be cut off to one fixture without affecting the water supply to the entire house or building. Common for use with clawfoot tubs,…
Definition of the term Window Sash
The operating or movable part of a window; the sash is made of window panes and their border.
Definition of the term Bead
In glazing, an applied sealant in a joint irrespective of the method of application, such as caulking bead, glazing bead, etc. Also a molding or stop used to hold glass…
Definition of the term Cripple Stud
Short stud used as support in wall openings that replaces a normal 93 inch or 96 inch stud.
Definition of the term Glass-Base
Roll roofing product built on a fiberglass base sheet constructed with a heavyweight TAMKO fiberglass mat, coated with weathering-grade asphalt. Used as a base sheet in select TAMKO modified asphalt…
Definition of the term Ohm's Law
States that, in a given electrical circuit, the amount at current in amps is equal to the pressure in volts divided by the resistance in ohms. The formula is
Definition of the term Shutter
Usually lightweight louvered or flush wood or nonwood frames in the form of doors located at each side of a window. Some are made to close over the window for…