by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -J, Uncategorized
One of a series of parallel beams used to support flooring or ceiling weight loads.
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -J, Uncategorized
Refers to the strength of the hardwood material based on a scale which determines the amount of force it takes to drive a .444 inch steel ball into a plank of wood .222 inches in diameter.
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -I, Uncategorized
The intensity of a color is its purity or degree of hue as seen by the eye.
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -I, Uncategorized
Includes all defects or blemishes produced in manufacturing.
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -I, Uncategorized
In the impact bending test, a hammer of given weight is dropped upon a beam from successively increased heights until rupture occurs or the beam deflects 152 mm (6 in.) or more. The height of the maximum drop, or the drop that causes failure, is a comparative value...
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -I, Uncategorized
Refers to the methods used to install hardwood flooring. Options include: nail down, glue down, staple down, and floating.
