Clay tile

Clay tile

A roofing material known for its durability, as it can last up to 50 years. May be flat or rounded in shape, and may even have a glossy surface.

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clay tile

Construction; Home remodeling

A roofing material known for its durability, as it can last up to 50 years. May be flat or rounded in shape, and may even have a glossy surface.

clay tile masonry

Construction; Seismic safety

Masonry constructed with hollow units made of clay tile. Typically, units are laid with cells running horizontally, and are thus ungrouted. In some cases, units are placed with ...

Mediterranean clay tiles

Construction; Roofing

Also known as barrel or mission tiles in the US these semicircular with a taper are laid in alternate concave and convex rows.

shingle clay tiles

Construction; Roofing

Flat or slightly curved terracotta tiles fixed with similar laps and gauges to wood shingles or slates.

spanish clay tile

Construction; Design; Architecture

A roofing material made from clay soil into red brick; common to Mediterranean Revival houses.

structural clay tile

Construction; Masonry

Hollow masonry building units composed of burned clay, shale, fire clay or mixtures thereof.

cistern

Construction; Architecture; Building/real property; Carpentry; Demolition/excavation

water recipient like a well or a tank

cement

Construction; Home remodeling

A mixture of materials that is made from powdered clay and limestone.It is used as a building material.

toenail

Construction; Home remodeling

Driving nails at an angleinto corners or other joints.

toggle bolt

Construction; Home remodeling

Used where the back of the wall is inaccessible. This bolt works on a spring principle. The holding arms open after the screw and holder are inserted into the hole, gripping the ...

trap

Construction; Home remodeling

A bend in a water pipe tohold water so gases will not escape from the plumbing system into thehouse.

track lighting

Construction; Home remodeling

A system of movable lights wired to a metal track that makes a great accent lighting choice for living rooms, bedrooms and dining rooms.

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