Glossary Category:

Fascia

The vertical board seen at the lower edge of a roof surface. This is typically a 1″ x 4″ board in most common applications. The board covers the ends of the rafters from the roof edge to the soffit.

Ferrule

A metal sleeve or tube that has various uses. A ferrule can be used to divert water from a fireplace flue chase where the flue passes through the cap. A bushing used to secure a pipe joint.

Fibrous

A term used to describe a material that consists of fibers. An example is fibrous aluminum paint used to cover a felt built-up type roof.

Filter Lab

A trade name of a company that manufactures electronic air filters for use in air conditioning systems.

Final

The end of a process