by Jana L | Mar 3, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -O, Uncategorized
A flooring condition in which there is a perceived misalignment of the flooring surface, with some wood pieces raised above adjacent pieces leaving a slightly uneven surface. Also called lippage.
by Jana L | Mar 3, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -O, Uncategorized
Commonly used as an underlayment or subfloor material. Strands tend to be oriented with their length aligned with the panel length (typically). OSB is therefore stiffer and stronger when installed with the long axis across supports.
by Jana L | Mar 3, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -O, Uncategorized
Common classification of painters for woods with large pores, such as oak, ash, chestnut, and walnut. This is also known as ‘coarse texture’.
by Jana L | Mar 3, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -O, Uncategorized
A piece of sandpaper with abrasive particles that are spread out to prevent clogging.
by Jana L | Mar 3, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -O, Uncategorized
A poisonous strong acid that occurs in various plants as oxalates and is used especially as a bleaching or cleaning agent and in making dyes. One of the strongest organic acids. Other chemical or common names include Dibasic acid; Ethanedioic acid; Acid of...
