SLEEPER
One of a series of horizontal timbers installed on concrete or earth, to which wood flooring or sub-flooring are nailed.
One of a series of horizontal timbers installed on concrete or earth, to which wood flooring or sub-flooring are nailed.
An angled surface, or gradient, usually defined as the ratio of vertical rise to the horizontal run; often expressed as a percentage.
The solid, liquid and gaseous products of combustion released into the air; see FIRE RESIDUE.
Combustion products which remain after the dissipation of smoke.
A discoloration caused by the penetration of fire residues into a material or surface.
Particles of carbon and other fire products which are the bi-products of complete or non-complete combustion, link together to form strands or chains, or adhere to material to small for normal sight to visibly see and thus become visible to the human eye
A fire where either the fuel or temperature is insufficient to create flames. This type of fire creates a great deal of smoke.
Chlorine bleach (NaClO)
The underside of an enclosure which hides framing members, lighting fixtures, unfinished space, and other building components.
Upholstered furniture.