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R-valueR value is a rating of a material and its ability to resist heat transfer (higher number = less heat transfer) | |
Rafter hook | |
Rails | |
RakeThe rake is the section of a paint tray where a roller is properly loaded. Sometimes referred to as the “ramp” | |
Raking lightRaking light is the placement of a light source at an extreme angle to a surface to help emphasize defects | |
RampThe ramp is the section of a paint tray where a roller is properly loaded. Sometimes referred to as the “rake” | |
Random orbitalRandom orbital is a sanding action that slowly spins a circular sanding disk while simultaneously using an orbital action to help prevent swirl marks | |
Random orbital sanderA random orbital sander is a tool that adds a slow spinning
motion of an abrasive disc together with an orbital motion for better finishing | |
Rattail | |
Reciprocating | |