SHADING
A gradual colour change across a surface: in plush carpeting and velvet fabrics, a non-uniform appearance caused by the varying reflectance of irregular pile lay.
A gradual colour change across a surface: in plush carpeting and velvet fabrics, a non-uniform appearance caused by the varying reflectance of irregular pile lay.
A thick hand-split shingle formed by splitting a short log into tapered sections. Also a crack occurring in timber.
A resin coating originating in the secretions of insects, which are dissolved in alcohol or a similar solvent.
A thin piece of wood, metal, or stone, tapered so as to adjust the alignment of one surface to bring it flush with another.
A roofing unit of wood, asphalt, slate, tile, concrete or other material manufactured in uniform lengths, widths, and thickness, applied in an overlapping fashion as an exterior covering on sloped roofs, mansards and walls.
The reduction in dimensions of wood resulting from a decrease in moisture content; the decrease in concrete volume caused by drying and chemical changes; the diminished size of some textiles caused by wetting.
(SBS) – A term that refers to a series of health and comfort effects that are experienced by a substantial percentage of building occupants. The onset and relief of these symptoms are associated with entering and leaving the building.
A technical term for places where things (soils, pollutants) tend to flow and reside temporarily. Sinks are surfaces in buildings, especially irregular or porous ones that collect foreign matter.
A paste-like material applied to a surface as a sealer before papering, in order to prevent absorption and provide good adhesion.
A thin top coat of plaster, also called the white coat, usually of lime plaster; any thin surface layer applied to a surface.