Site Glossary

A caulk gun is a simple tool that holds caulk cartridges for applying precision beads to joints and seams

A chalk line is a speed marking tool for making long straight lines

The charge is thecontents of a fire extinguisher under pressure that smothers a flame when released.

A charging station is anElectrical device for recharging the battery pack used for cordless tools

A check is a crack in the wood that does not penetrate all the way through the depth of the board.

The cheek is the side of the hammer that connects the head and claw to the handle.

A chisel is a sharp ended wood cutting tool often used with a hammer or mallet

A chuck is a specialized type of clamp with jaws that open and close used to hold a drill bit or driver bit in place in a drill

A circuit breaker is a special switch installed in the load center for each branch circuit that disconnects power if too much amperage flow is detected

To clad is to wrap or cover exterior material over a core material to protect a window from weathering (usually vinyl, aluminum or fiberglass)