questions about what a term means, or about what the best term is for an object or situation
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What is a split bus panel, and how do I recognize it in the field?
I'm having trouble identifying a split bus panel. I design and install Solar systems, and lately (after Mr Wiley gave a few seminars to local inspectors) the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) ...
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What's the difference between Casing and Trim?
I was recently told that the previous owners of our house used casing instead of the trim throughout the house. What is the difference between window casing and trim? Are there are got-yas that I need ...
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What is the bedroom section of a master bedroom with foyer called?
Is there a particular term used for the section of a master bedroom that has the bed, if there is an adjoining foyer that is also part of the master bedroom?
(Master bedroom)
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What is the name of ducting I am looking for if they even make it?
I am looking for something like this but with an additional hole.
Do they make this part, and if so what would it be called?
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What is the technical term for this corner cupboard?
I am trying to learn what this small blue cupboard on the left side of the table is called? It's a corner cupboard but I am not sure what the technical term is:
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What does the 16“ in ”16-Inch Full Ext Drawer" refer to?
I'm building a project that involves sliding drawers. I'm shopping for drawer slides and I'm not sure what the 16" in the title below refers to?
Does it mean the drawer hardware is 16 inches closed? ...
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What is this small L shaped bracket thing called?
I have a drawer that broke because the screw which held this little plastic piece was tightened too far and cracked it. Could someone help me identify it so that I can order another one?
