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Athens GA Construction Terms Glossary
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Nail inspection- An inspection made by a municipal building inspector
after the drywall material is hung with nails and screws (and before taping).
Natural finish- A transparent finish which does not seriously alter
the original color or grain of the natural wood. Natural finishes are usually
provided by sealers, oils, varnishes, water repellent preservatives, and
other similar materials.
NEC (National Electrical Code)- A set of rules governing safe wiring
methods. Local codes—which are backed by law—may differ from the
NEC in some ways.
Neutral wire- Usually color-coded white, this carries electricity
from an outlet back to the service panel. Also see hot wire and ground.
Newel post- The large starting post to which the end of a stair guard
railing or balustrade is fastened.
Nonbearing wall- A wall supporting no load other than its own weight.
Nosing- The projecting edge of a molding or drip or the front edge
of a stair tread.
Notch- A crosswise groove at the end of a board.
Note- A formal document showing the existence of a debt and stating
the terms of repayment.
Nozzle- The part of a heating system that sprays the fuel of fuel-air
mixture into the combustion chamber.
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