Glossary G&H

Gable The portion of the roof above the eave line of a double-sloped roof. Gabled louvers A vent with louvers located at the peak of gable ends. Graphite lubricant A finely powdered graphite used as a lubricant. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) A specialized electrical device that will interrupt electrical power where a weak electrical loss of ground occurs. Normally installed in areas where water may be present. Grout A white or colored plaster-like mortar compound used to fill spaces between ceramic tiles. Header A heavy timber and/or concrete beam that spans open spaces in walls, over doors and windows, and provides support to structural members above it. Hip roof A roof that rises by inclined planes from all four sides of a building. Honeycomb In concrete, an open cell like surface texture that occurs while pouring concrete. Hose bib An exterior faucet connection for lawn and garden hoses.
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