Remodeling, Renovation & Home Improvement Terms Beginning With 'J'

Horizontal structural elements that support a ceiling or floor. Joists are part of the framing system and are critical in… [Read full description]

A material used to finish drywall joints and corners in preparation for painting or wallpapering. For example used to smooth… [Read full description]

A power tool with a reciprocating blade used for cutting intricate shapes and curves in wood, metal, or other materials.

An enclosure that houses electrical connections, used to protect wire connections and support switches or receptacles. In a home wiring… [Read full description]

A vertical framing member that supports a header in a window or door opening. Supports the weight of a structure… [Read full description]

A strip installed on the sides of a window frame to provide a snug fit for the sash. Commonly used… [Read full description]

A paper or fiberglass tape used to cover seams in drywall before applying joint compound.

A siding component that provides a neat finish around windows and doors or at roof lines.

A type of hand saw that cuts on the pull stroke, offering a thinner and more precise cut than traditional… [Read full description]

A window consisting of parallel glass, acrylic, or wooden louvers set in a frame. The louvers are adjusted simultaneously to… [Read full description]