Vitreous clay

A clay with a glazed surface that will not absorb water. Vitreous clay tile liners are usually installed in fireplace flues of site fabricated fireplaces.

Vulnerability

A measure of the possibility of something occurring

Wainscot

The wooden paneling of the lower part of an interior wall up to the dado height in a room.

Walkway

A path intended for one to walk on and in many instances walkway means a paved path that may be paved with concrete

Wall plate

The piece of lumber placed at the top and/or bottom of a wall formed with studs. The sole or lower plate supports the wall and the upper structure of a building. The upper plate us used to support and retain the rafters.