Glossary

A water-based paint which can be used on internal walls and ceilings.

Any product used to bond materials together. 

Perforated bricks built into a wall to aid ventilation.

A heavy-duty bolt which is set in concrete and then used to support structural elements…

The moulded wood surrounding doors and windows.

The vertical posts of a stair handrail.

The handrail supported by Balusters.

Thin wood or plastic mouldings used as decoration.

Wide bladed cold chisel designed for cutting bricks or blocks.

The way in which bricks are laid so the joints do not line up. Used…

Windows that are hinged on one vertical edge.

The horizontal wooden beams used to suspend the ceiling.

Wall which have an air space in the middle to aid ventilation.

Board made from small softwood chips. Can be bought in several grades.

Sharp bladed tool, used for cutting and shaping wood, brick or stone.

The generic name for a complete pass of wiring.

Single wire or group of wires in continuous contact with each other.

A fitting for a power drill. Cuts a shallow angled recess for the screw head…

Shaped wood, plaster or polystyrene cornice to fit in the angle between the wall and…

Another name for a Hot Water Tank.