Use this FREE full color guide to make better decisions when you Buy Homes.
This image-packed glossary introduces the equipment, tools, tips, techniques, structural components, and design elements involved in architecture, landscaping, home improvements, and interior design.
View a diverse selection of stunning architectural forms and elegant interiors.
Dream up your own home building ideas from this carefully curated collection of images with concise, instructional definitions.
This guide will help you make all the right choices when you buy homes or remodel the home you already own.
Scroll further down for related links.
Also see links to other Free Books by this author.
by Judee Shipman
RABBET: A rectangular groove cut into the corner edge of a board. People who buy homes or build furniture often see this type of joinery.
Above image credit: woodpeck.com
RABBETING BIT: A kind of drill bit used with a router to cut rabbet grooves.
Above image credit: yonicotools.com
RABBET JOINT: The joining of two pieces of rabbeted wood. Shown below, a dovetail rabbet joint.
Above image credit: reddit.com
RADIAL ARM SAW: A circular saw mounted onto a sliding attachment.
Above image credit: workshopaddict.com
RADIANT HEATING: A method of heating where a hot surface warms the objects surrounding it. Shown below, a worker installs a radiant floor heating system.
Above image credit: achrnews.com
RADON: A naturally occurring radioactive gas common in many parts of the United States. Radon is kept out of buildings by way of proper, well working ventilation systems or vapor barriers.
Above image credit: hsewatch.com
RADON SYSTEM: A ventilation system installed beneath a structural wood floor, designed to fan radon gas to the outside of a building.
Above image credit: familyhandyman.com
RAFTER: A piece of lumber that supports the weight of a roof. People who buy homes will surely notice the roof rafters.
Above image credit: theoffgridcabin.com
RAFTER ANGLE SQUARE: A tool used for precise structural framing. Also called a Speed Square.
Above image credit: protoolreviews.com
RAFTER BLOCKING: A technique used in roof construction where short two-by-fours are added to the rafters for additional support.
Above image credit: energyvanguard.com
RAIL: 1) A cross beam on a window sash. 2) Any relatively lightweight horizontal piece, such as in fencing. 3) A balustrade placed at the edge of a staircase or other elevated surface, to prevent people from falling off.
People who buy homes will most likely find a rail somewhere on the property.
Above image credit: colonial-ironworks.com
RAIL JOINT: The type of joint used for connecting rails on railroad tracks.
Above image credit: Flickr.com
RAILROAD TIE: Heavy wood timber, originally used to hold railroad tracks in place. Now used for building retaining walls.
Above image credit: capitolcitylumber.com
RAKE: 1) A gardening tool designed to gather light pieces such as fallen leaves. 2) An angle of slope.
Above image credit: hurst-iw.co.uk
RAKE FASCIA: A band running horizontally along a roof eave.
Above image credit: docplayer.net
RAKE SIDING: Diagonally installed lap siding.
Above image credit: yearofcleanwater.org
RAMMED EARTH: An architectural style in which walls are made of condensed earth. Also see Earth Ship and Sod House.
Shown below, a rammed earth luxury home.
above image credit: Pinterest.com
Above image credit: buildabroad.org
RAMP: A sloped board used for wheeling heavy objects, or leading up to an elevated platform. Different types of ramps serve different purposes.
Shown below, a bedside dog ramp.
above image credit: visualhunt.com
RANCH: A flat, single-story house, most commonly built from the 1940s through the 1970s. Ranch homes are especially appropriate for families and elderly people who buy homes.
above image credit: .com
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
Chapter 46 (You Are Here)
S
T
U
V
W
X-Y-Z
RELATED LINKS
Shipping Container Homes: An efficient way to buy homes
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT Architecture
Interesting facts about the Empire State Building
Interesting facts about the Statue of Liberty
Interesting facts about Willis Tower
Crazy Horse Appearing - Introduction
Crazy Horse Appearing - Chapter 1
Crazy Horse Appearing - Chapter 2
Crazy Horse Appearing - Chapter 3
Crazy Horse Appearing - Chapter 4
Crazy Horse Appearing - Chapter 5
Crazy Horse Appearing - Chapter 6
Crazy Horse Appearing - Chapter 7
Crazy Horse Appearing - Chapter 8
Crazy Horse Appearing - Chapter 9
Crazy Horse Appearing - Chapter 10
Crazy Horse Appearing - Appendixes
Look Here Right Now To See A Long Lost Portrait Of Emily Dickinson!