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35 Cards in this Set
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What is the term that describes the physical separation between the inside and the outside of a property |
Building envelope |
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Steep slope roof |
Greater than 25% Most common hip and Gable roofs Have features to catch water Shingles, metal or tile |
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Low slope roofs |
Less than 25% More common in commercial properties Types: Built up Modified bitumen Shingle ply |
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Vegetation roots |
Waterproofing and drainage systems covered with landscape cloth that serve as the base for plants |
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Single stage drains |
Have one primary drain and only drain water from a single level |
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Two-stage dreams |
Can drain for multiple surfaces one higher and one lower. They are typically used in inverted roof systems where the insulation is on top of the waterproof membrane. |
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Dome and collar drains |
Are an internal drainage system for low slope roofs. The drain spout and piping are installed inside the building and are not visible from the exterior |
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Scupper drains |
Is it opening in the parapet/wall that allows water to drain off a low slope roof usually into gutters or a drain spoke |
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Foundation has three basic functions |
#1 to support structural loads from the exterior, interior and the building itself #2 to control environmental loads air, moisture, heat, sound #3 you have Mallory Beach to distribute services such as power, water and gas throughout the building |
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What are the two major issues with regards to a foundation |
Leaks and shifting |
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Define the 14 distinct functional requirements of modern day walls |
Structural Water Air Condensation Movement Energy conservation Sound Fire safety Security Maintainability Constructability Durability Aesthetics Economy |
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What is the mixture of sand, cement, water and a bonding agent used to cover concrete foundations blow the exterior finish but above grade called |
Parging |
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Exterior insulation and finish systems EIFS |
Insulation board attached to the substrate, a mesh reinforced base coat and a textured finish |
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What is a curtain wall |
A wall that only carries its own load and is not structural in support |
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Window stiles |
Vertical sides of sash |
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Window Sash |
The sash holds the glass pane |
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Window casing |
The exterior or interior trim |
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Window jambs |
The vertical sides of the window |
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Window rail |
The horizontal sides of the sash |
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Window sill |
The bottom of the window frame |
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Window frame |
The structure surrounding and supporting the sash(es) |
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What is a window muntin |
A vertical divider between a double window |
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Window check rail |
Horizontal dividing piece between a double hung window |
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Fixed window style |
Field units consisting of two or more pains of glass separated by an air vacuum |
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Casement windows |
Open and close outwards with an operating crank |
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Awning windows |
Have a hinge at the top and open out |
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Single and double hung windows |
The bottom panel slides up and down |
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Horizontal sliding windows |
Windows that slide left or right and very greatly in cost |
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Which window has a scalloped top |
Arched windows |
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Which window consists of three or more windows join together at an angle and project beyond the exterior wall |
Bay window |
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What is the term for a double set of swinging doors |
French doors |
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Which doors provide additional protection from the elements and increased energy efficiency |
Storm doors |
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What wall supports the structures above |
Load bearing |
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What wall is used for separating interior spaces |
Non-load-bearing wall |
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True or false is a wall running parallel to the joists, load bearing? |
False |
