Dictionary of Moisture Protection & Restoration

Lime putty = Quicklime with water added to make a paste. Because of its caustic nature it must be thoroughly slaked before use. Lintel =

Horizontal structural unit (beam) over an opening; support member over a door or window opening. Load = Weight on a structural unit or element. . Low-lift grouting =

Grouting of wall as it is built; grout is poured in lifts (height of six to eight inches). Opposite of high-lift. Mantel = A projection or facing around a fireplace opening often decorative. Stone or brick may be used. Same as mantelshelf. Manufactured stone = Artificial stone made from textured and colored concrete to simulate natural stone; used in veneer work. Mason = skilled specialist and journeyman who works with and lays brick, concrete blocks, and stone. Specialties are identified as brickmason, blockmason and stonemason.

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