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Eased Edges

A slight rounding factory edge of the corners of a piece of finished lumber.

Eave Vent

An opening at the eave line, usually screened, that allows a free flow of ventilation air through the underroof area.

Eaves

A part of a roof extending beyond the walls below.

Eclectic

An architectural design that's based on picking and choosing from diverse styles.

Economy Brick

A brick that's larger than standard bricks.

Edge Joint

The place where two pieces of wood join together edge to edge.

Edge-Matched

Lumber that has been rabbeted on both edges to provide a close joint when fitting two pieces together.

Eggshell

A type of paint gloss closely resembling the luster of an egg shell. The sheen of eggshell is between flat and semi-gloss.

Elbow Catch

A spring-loaded device used for locking the inactive leaf of a pair of cabinet doors.

Elongated Bowl
This elongated type of toilet bowl is oval in shape and is usually 2” longer than a round toilet bowl.

Enamel Paint
A type of paint that dries to a smooth, hard finish. Enamel comes in an assortment of finishes and glosses.

Energy Star
A program supported by the Environmental Protection Agency that acknowledges products that are energy efficient.

Epoxy Adhesive

An adhesive system using epoxy resin and epoxy hardener for bonding ceramic tile to other materials.

Epoxy Flooring

A resin that's spread on flooring making a hard and tough surface.

Epoxy Terrazzo

An adhesive system using epoxy resin and epoxy hardener for bonding marble or other stone set in cement to a backup material.

Estimating
The process of figuring the cost of a project.

Expansion Joint

A joint whose purpose is to allow wood to contract and expand during temperature fluctuation.