Words

Definition

 ADA-compliant tile

This means that it has a coefficient of friction of .06 or greater

 air-admittance device

A one way valve designed to allow air to enter the plumbing drainage system when negative pressures develop in the system

 bull-nose tile

A bull-nose tile is a tile that has a rounded edge. The rounded edge is different than traditional flat or straight edges on tiles. It is most widely used in bathrooms

 dry scenario

A dry scenario is when you simply install the tile without Thin-Set in place. This assists with spacing of tile and helps determine the starting crosshairs.

GFCI electrical outlet

This provides the best available protection against severe shock and electrocution. A GFCI device will de-energize a circuit when it senses a difference in the amount of electricity passing through the device and returning through the device, or a "leak" of current from the circuit.

 oozology

The study of ooze as it relates to construction projects that use silicone, glue, concrete, etc.

 OSB plywood

Oriented Strand Board (OSB) is an engineered wood product that acts and is used just like plywood. The terms OSB and plywood are often used interchangeably.

 P trap

A P-shaped section of drain pipe that prevents sewer odors from escaping into your home. Water is trapped in the pipe blocking gases from escaping through the drain.

 pneumatically nailed

Fastening with nails used by an air-compression nail gun. Pneumatic nailers can produce tons of work in little time. As a pneumatic tool, they are powerful, but also dangerous. Pneumatic nail guns are usually powered by compressed air.

 pocket door

A conventional door mounted on rollers that glides along an overhead track and slides into a hollow cavity, or “pocket,” in the wall.

 six o’clock position

This is the point where the chair meets the floor. It is one relationship that defines accessibility.

 tongue and groove hardwood

A time-tested form of woodworking joinery, often used in hardwood flooring or paneling. Before the advent of plywood sheeting, tongue and groove techniques were used to join smaller strips of wood to form a larger flat panel without the need for surface nails.

 trussed roofing system

A pre-manufactured and engineered roof system. This means that the majority of the time, all the roof weight bearing is transferred to the outside walls, which makes all interior walls non-bearing.