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A rough coat of mortar applied over a masonry wall as protection or finish; may also serve as a base for an asphaltic waterproofing compound below grade.
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A projection or the foundation wall used to support a floor girder or stiffen the wall.
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The angle of slope of a roof.
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Gypsum board, used instead of plaster.
(See Dry Wall)
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Pieces of wood placed on wall surfaces as fastening devices. The bottom member of the wall is the sole plate and the top member is the rafter plate.
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A chamber which can serve as a distribution area for heating or cooling systems, generally between a false ceiling and the actual ceiling.
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Treatment of joints in masonry by filling with mortar to improve appearance or protect against weather.
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Wall construction in which beams are supported by heavy posts rather than many smaller studs.
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Construction of components such as walls, trusses, or doors, before delivery to the building site.
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