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Wainscoting

The lower three or four feet of an interior wall when lined with paneling, tile or other material different from the rest of the wall.


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Wall Sheathing

Sheets of plywood, gypsum board, or other material nailed to the outside face of studs as a base for exterior siding.


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Weather Stripping

Metal, wood, plastic or other material installed around door and window openings to prevent air infiltration.


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Weep Hole

A small hole in a wall which permits water to drain off.



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