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| Butt joint | The joint formed when one square-cut edge of a piecec of material is placed against another material |
| Cantilever | A beam, truss or slab (floor) that extends past the last point of support. |
| Catalyst | A substance that causes a reaction in another substance. |
| Galvanized | Protected from rusting by a zinc coating |
| Gypsum | A chalky material that is a main ingredient in plaster and drywall |
| Japanned | Coated with a glossy finish. |
| Joist | Generally, equally-spaced framing member that support the floors and ceilings. |
| MSDS | Information that details any toxic, chemical or potentially harmful substances. |
| Millwork | Manufactured wood producted such as doors, windows and moldings. |
| Nail set | A punch like metal tool used to recess finishing nails. |
| Rafter | A sloping structural member of a roof frame to which sheathing is secured |
| Resins | Protective natural or synthetic coatings. |
| Sheathing | Sheet material or boards to which roofing material or siding is secured. |
| Shiplap | A method of cutting siding so that each board is tapered and groove to fit each piece tightly |
| Sill plate | A horizontal timber that supports the framework of a building on the bottom of a wall or box joist. |
| Tongue-and-groove | A joint made by fitting a tongue on the edge of a board into a corresponding groove. |
| Vaulted ceiling | A high, open ceiling that generally follows the roof pitch. |
