Constructaquote Glossary of Terms - V

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valley

the intersection at the bottom of two roof planes.

valves

in plumbing, a device to control the flow of liquid through a pipe.

veneer

a thin layer of wood, plastic, etc with a decorative or fine finish that is bonded to the surface of a less expensive material, usually wood.

vent

an opening for the release of air or gas into an open area to prevent pressure build up.

verge

the unpaved ground beside a road at or near road level, often of rough grass, but forming part of the legal highway.

verge rafter

the last rafter at the edge of a gable roof.

viaduct

a road or railway bridge over a valley consisting of a series of spans carried on piers at short intervals.

vibrator

a tool that vibrates at speed from 3000 to 10000 rpm and is inserted into wet concrete or applied to the formwork to compact the concrete.

voltage

An electromotive force or potential difference expressed in volts.

voussoir

in architecture one of the wedge-like stones that form part of an arch.