| Eased
Edge- |
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A
slightly rounded corner which reduces splintering and paint
failure.
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| Emissivity- |
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The
relative ability of a surface to radiate heat.
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| Entrance- |
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An
exterior door frame with or without transom or sidelight (usually
used for the main or front entrance of a structure) with decorative
exterior trim; trim may include pilasters, entrance head or
cap or a decorative exterior casing.
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| Entrance
Door- |
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A
door on the front or main entrance of a structure; may be single
or paired.
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| Entrance
Head- |
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The
portion of the entrance above the door opening; also called
entrance cap; entablature; commonly used when the head is other
than a pediment.
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| Equilibrium
Moisture Content (EMC)- |
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The moisture
content of wood is related to surrounding air and the humidity
of it. The Equilibrium Moisture Content (EMC) occurs when
the wood is no longer gaining or losing moisture. The
wood has reached an equilibrium with its environment.
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| Exterior
Casing- |
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A
casing that trims the exterior of a window or door frame and
serves as the boundary molding for the siding material; forms
a rabbet with the blind stop or a jamb for the screen.
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| Extrusion- |
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A
form produced by forcing material through a die.
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