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Joint The gap or space created when two building materials come together, such as where two pieces of molding join or where the bathtub and bathroom wall meet.
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Inert Chemically inactive; resistant to corrosion. Inorganic Matter other than that of animal or vegetable origin. For example, minerals and simple salts are inorganic materials. Insoluble The inability to be dissolved. Intercoat A layer of paint that is “sandwiched” between two others. Also refers to something occurring between coats, as in “intercoat adhesion.”
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Hardboard A generic term for a smooth or textured grainless panel manufactured primarily from compressed wood fibers. Used as exterior siding. Hardness The degree of pressure a material will withstand without becoming deformed or scratched. Hardwood Trees that have broad leaves (in contrast to conifer or softwoods). The term has no reference to the actual […]
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Galvanized A ferrous metal that is covered with zinc to protect it from rusting. Glazing Glass, such as that used in doors and windows. Glazing Compound A caulk, sealant, or putty that is used to seal a glass pane into its frame. Gloss The shininess or reflectiveness of a coating. Flat paints have no gloss; […]
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Fading Lightening of the paint’s color, usually caused by exposure to light, heat or the weather. Feathering A process used to blend a small area into its surroundings after spot-priming, applying a filler, or scraping off an area of old paint. Ferrous A metal that contains iron; most ferrous metals are subject to rusting. […]
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Ease of Application Characteristics of a paint or caulk that facilitate its application, e.g., spatter resistance, lapping properties, and open time. Efflorescence Whitish powder (salt deposits) that sometimes appears on masonry surfaces; it is carried to the surface by moisture. Eggshell An interior paint that has a low luster, satin-like appearance. Its gloss level […]
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Dead Flat Having no sheen or gloss. Deglosser A liquid preparation used to remove the gloss of a painted surface, to slightly roughen or give “tooth” to the substrate. This lends improved adhesion to the coating being applied. Degreaser Solvent or compounded material used for removing oils, fats, or grease from a substrate. Dew Point […]
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Calcium Carbonate A mined material (chalk) that is used as an extender or filler for paint and caulk. Caulk A generic term for a compound used to fill cracks, gaps, seams and joints. Chalking Deterioration of the surface of an exterior paint upon weathering into a faded, powdery substance. Chalking occurs when the paint’s binder […]
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Backer Rod An extruded foam rod that is typically placed in joints that are deeper than 1/2″ (12.5 mm) to fill in some of the space before the sealant is applied. Foam backer rods come in a variety of diameters, ranging from 1/8″ (3 mm) to3/4/” (20 mm) Binder 1. A component of paint […]
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Acrylic A type of synthetic polymer used as the binder for high-performance water-based paints and caulks. Some acrylic polymers are used in auto finishes, appliance coatings, etc. Adhesion The ability of a dry paint film or caulk to remain attached to the surface. Adhesion is probably the single most important property of a paint […]