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casement window: A hinged window, usually metal, that opens out.
casing: Molding of various widths and thicknesses used to trim door and window openings at the jambs.
caulking: A waterproof material used to seal cracks.
central heating: A system by which the heat from a single source is distributed with ducts.
chase: A slot or continuous groove built in masonry wall to accommodate ducts, pipes, or conduits.
chimney: A vertical flue for passing smoke from a heating unit, fireplace, or incinerator.
chinking: Caulking or flexible sealant used to seal joints between logs.
chord: Bottom chord of a truss is the horizontal member of a truss connecting the lower corners. The top chord of a truss are the two sloping members of a truss which connect the lower corners with the ridge or peak.
