A parapet is a low protective wall along the edge of a roof, terrace or balcony of a house. It extends vertically and may be a continuation of the exterior wall, or another building feature like a firewall between attached houses. While parapets were once used to protect soldiers from the enemy, …
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Sheathing to Strengthen a House
Sheathing in home construction, refers to the boards applied to the outside studs, joists and rafters of a house, to strengthen the structure and provide a wind barrier. While the term is most commonly used to refer to the outside skin of a house, it sometimes also refers to any surface on which …
Carpet and Rug Institute
The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) is a national trade association for carpet and rug manufacturers. CRI's goal is to educate consumers and those working in the industry from manufacturers to retailer and installers, about carpeting and rugs. This education covers things like health benefits and …
Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS)
The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is held annually to showcase new products, design trends and technologies influencing the kitchen and bath industries. Starting in 2014, KBIS has been co-located with the NAHB International Home Builders Show (IBS). The Kitchen and Bath Industry …
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National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA)
The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) is non-profit trade association for professionals in the kitchen and bath industry. The organization started in 1963 with a network of kitchen retailers, and today there are over 60,000 members involved in many different aspect of the …
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HELOC or Home Equity Line of Credit
A home equity line of credit (also called a HELOC) is a homeowner loan where the amount you are allowed to borrow is based on how much equity you have in your house. Like a mortgage, your home is used as collateral for a HELOC, but the terms of the loan are very different. A HELOC is a line of …
