Remodeling, Renovation & Home Improvement Terms Beginning With 'G'
A professional responsible for the overall coordination of a project. They hire and supervise all the subcontractors, acquire materials, and… [Read full description]
A device designed to protect against electrical shock by shutting off electric power when it detects a ground fault. For… [Read full description]
A dense fluid which is used to fill gaps or used as reinforcement in existing structures. Grout is typically a… [Read full description]
A type of paint that has a shiny and reflective finish, often used for doors, trim, and furniture for its… [Read full description]
A very hard, granular, crystalline, igneous rock consisting mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar, used as a popular material for… [Read full description]
The practice of creating structures and using processes that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout a building’s life-cycle. For instance,… [Read full description]
A roof with two sloping sides that come together at a ridge, creating end walls with a triangular extension, known… [Read full description]
Commonly known as drywall, it’s a panel made of calcium sulfate dihydrate (gypsum) used for the construction of interior walls… [Read full description]