 Dictionary MANSARD ROOF to MULLION Mansard Roof - A double-pitched roof with the lower section acting as walls, contains dormers. Mantle - Shelf above a fireplace. Masonry - Any wall or pier made using any combination of concrete, brick or stone and mortar. Metal Lath - Expanded metal or wire mesh used as a base for plaster or stucco. Mil - One thousand of an inch. Millwork - Refers to trim work used on the insider outside of windows and doors, decorative work on porches, panel were, stairways, mantles, etc. Modular Home - A home constructed in a factory and delivered to the site in sections. Assembled on foundation walls already constructed on-site. Mortar - Mixture of Portland cement, lime and sand, mixed with water. Used as the "glue" between bricks or blocks. Mortar Bed - A layer of mortar onto which a block, brick, tile or other member may be laid. Mullion - The vertical member between any two window units. | Welcome to BIS | About BIS | Home Inspections | Get Started | Technical FAQ | Contact us |
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