Site Glossary
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BASIC TOOLS AND MATERIALS |
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CountersinkTo countersink a fastener is to set the head of the screw or nail below the surface of a material when driving it | |
CrookA crook is abend or curve traveling the long direction of the board as seen while sighting its face. Sometimes referred to as the crown of the board | |
CrowbarA crowbar is a large steel prying tool used for leverage | |
CrownA crown is abend or curve traveling the long direction of the board as seen while sighting its face. Sometimes referred to as the crook of the board | |
EdgeA board edge is the narrowest side of any board | |
Edge grainEdge grain is the grain pattern of the wood as seen from the side of the
board | |
Electric drillAn electric drill is anelectric powered handheld tool for boring holes and driving fasteners with more torque than a cordless drill | |
End grainThe end grain of a board is the grain pattern of the wood as seen from
either cross-cut end | |
Epoxy coatedEpoxy coated is a hardened paint coating meant as corrosion protection for exterior screws – usually applied over zinc electroplate | |