Dictionary of Moisture Protection & Restoration

attic = In classic building, a story built above the wall cornice. Pertaining to the district of Attica in Greece. The space between the ceil- ing framing and the underside of the roof fram- ing. attic

balistraria = In medieval battlements, a cross-shaped aperture through which crossbowmen shot their arrows.

balistraria

ballflower = A spherical ornament composed of three con- ventional petals enclos- ing a ball, usually in a hollow molding, popular in the English Decorated style. ballflower

baluster, banister = One of a number of short vertical members, often circular in section, used to support a stair handrail or a coping.

baluster

balustrade = The entire railing sys- tem including top rail, balusters and bottom rail.

balustrade

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