Dead bolt
- March 5, 2021
- Mike
An exterior security lock installed on exterior entry doors that can be activated only with a key or thumb-turn. Unlike a latch, which has a beveled tongue, dead bolts have square ends.
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Glossary group: D
Daylight
- March 5, 2021
- Mike
The end of a pipe (the terminal end) that is not attached to anything.
Dampproofing
- March 5, 2021
- Mike
The black, tar like waterproofing material applied to the exterior of a foundation wall.
Damper
- March 5, 2021
- Mike
A metal “door” placed within the fireplace chimney. Normally closed when the fireplace is not in use.
Dado
- March 5, 2021
- Mike
A groove cut into a board or panel intended to receive the edge of a connecting board or panel.
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