POOL DECK DESIGN, HOME BUILDING, AND ARCHITECTURE
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The Picture Dictionary of Home Design And Architecture
by Judee Shipman
CHAPTER 43
POLYURETHANE - PRESSURE RELEASE VALVE
POLYURETHANE: A synthetic strengthening element often used in paints and wood finishes. Typically used in pool deck design, and other projects involving wood.
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POOL DECK: The hard surface area that surrounds built in swimming pools. A typical pool deck design involves wood, stone, brick, and/or concrete.
Shown below, a rounded pool deck design of cedar, brick, and flagstone.
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POPPY HEAD: A raised ornamental feature at the apex of a structure.
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POP-UP MECHANISM: A spring-loaded piece of hardware designed to quickly raise a platform.
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POPULUXE: A space age-inspired, mid century modern architectural style that was most popular during the 1950s.
The style is marked by upsloping roofs, sharp geometric forms, and the liberal use of metal and/or glass. All of it is designed to lend a futuristic ambiance. Also see Googie.
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PORCH: An outdoor space attached to the house, typically used for sitting around outside. Also see Patio.
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PORTE COCHERE: See Carriage Porch.
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PORTICO: A porch that is connected to a walkway.
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PORTLAND CEMENT: A type of cement made by heating clay and crushed limestone, then grinding it into a powder.
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POST: A vertical structural component used for framing.
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POST AND BEAM: See Pillar and Post.
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POST HOLE DIGGER: A machine used for digging the large, round holes used in pillar-and-post foundations.
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POWER MIXER: A powerful concrete mixer.
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POST MODERN: A mid 20th century architectural style that includes interesting pool deck design elements.
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POWER TAKE OFF: The part of an electrical device from which power can be sourced and transmitted to another device.
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POWER TOOLS: Handyman tools that are powered by electricity.
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POWER VENT: A vent with a fan installed to speed up airflow.
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PRAIRIE SCHOOL: An architectural style that originated in the American midwest. Typical features include open floorpans and broad constructions.
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PREFAB: See Manufactured Home.
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PRESERVATIVE: Any substance that slows the process of deterioration.
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PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE (PRV): A device mounted on a hot water heater, designed to release steam pressure to prevent tank explosions.
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ARCHITECTURE, HOME DESIGN, POOL DECK DESIGN, AND MORE
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