Explore the exciting world of property construction with us, where we delve into everything from foundational concepts to advanced techniques. Our mission is to equip you with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions. Our A-Z guide promises to provide confidence and expertise as you navigate the construction process.
MASONRY - Brick, concrete, stone, artificial stone, or terra cotta laid in mortar.
MORTAR - A composition of lime and/or cement and sand mixed with water in various proportions. A material used in masonry construction to fill the gaps between the bricks and blocks.
NOGGING - A horizontal piece of timber fixed between studs in a framed wall.
OVERHANG (ROOF) - When the section of a roof extends over the external wall.
PLASTERBOARD - Is attached to studs to create walls but can also be attached to masonry walls including brick.
PLASTERING - Any calcareous compound, usually of gypsum plaster, cement, or lime putty and sand, that has been applied to a surface in a plaster state and sets hard.
PRACTICAL COMPLETION STAGE - Means that stage of the Works in which Practical Completion will be attained in accordance with the contract.
QUAD - Moulding having a profile of a quarter of a circle.
ROOF TRUSS - A frame designed to carry the loads of a roof and its covering over the full span without intermediate support.
ROUGH IN - Is the installation of a building's plumbing and electrical services in wall cavities, before the walls are lined with plasterboard.
SKIRTING - Moulding to cover the joint between floor and wall flooring.
SOIL TEST - A core of earth taken from specific positions on a building site to test and select the type of footing needed.
TILER - A qualified tradesperson who specialises in laying ceramic tiles on floors and walls.
TRENCH - In joinery, a groove. In drainage and plumbing, the excavation in which pipes are laid, In foundations, the excavation in which footings are placed.
UNDERCOAT - A coat of paint between the priming and the finishing coats.
VANITY - The sink/s, storage, and surrounding bench space in the bathroom. Sometimes, vanity also refers to a wider vanity area in the bathroom that includes above the sink and hardware such as mirrors, lighting, and separate tap fixtures.
VERMIN PROOFING - Wire mesh fixed to the bottom plate and set into mortar joint in brick veneer buildings to prevent the entry of vermin into the cavity.
WALL SHEETING - Materials used for external and internal linings, e.g., strawboard, fibre cement, fibrous plaster, plaster wall board, and compressed wood fibre board.
WATERPROOF - Materials and construction that will prevent water from passing through walls and joints.
ZONING - The council or local government laws that specify how privately owned urban property can or cannot be used in certain areas.
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