ABC Roofing Terms Glossary
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Water Stop |
Material placed over a joint and used to prevent water entry. |
| Water Trough |
The area in a valley where water runs. Usually referred to with open valley configurations. |
| Waterproof |
Being resistant to moisture infiltration. |
| Waterproofing |
The treatment of a surface or structure in order to prevent the passage of water under hydrostatic pressure. |
| Weather |
To undergo degradation in quality and appearance which is caused by exposure to the sun, wind, rain, etc. |
| Weep Holes |
Small holes used to permit moisture to drain that has gathered inside a building component. |
| Weld |
To join multiple metal or PVC components together by heat fusion. |
| Wet Bulb Temperature |
Air temperature in ° F as measured by a thermometer with a bulb covered by a damp wick. |
| Wet Film Thickness |
The thickness of an uncured material such as a coating. |
| Wick |
To convey liquid by capillary action. |