Glossary

A sliding compound miter saw is a compoundmiter saw with an added sliding action of the blade and motor for cross-cutting larger materials

A sliding compound miter saw is a compoundmiter saw with an added sliding action of the blade and motor for cross-cutting larger materials

Slip joint pliers are a medium-sized gripping tool with adjustable jaws

A slope is the pitch or drop of a drainpipe to achieve a downhill slant for the proper removal of wastewater in a plumbing system. The typical slope of drains is ¼” per linear foot of drain line

Smolder is a term used to describe a fire that burns slowly and produces a large amount of smoke but no visible flame

Solder is a metal alloy with a low melting point used to join copper and brass pipe and fittings. Also the act of melting solder into a joint

A sole plate is the lower continuous horizontal wall framing component that holds the studs in place at the floor. Also referred to as a bottom plate or a shoe plate

Solid wire is one single strand of material used as a conductor

Solids are paint ingredients that are left behind after the carrier evaporates. This element in the paint forms the hardened protective paint film

Solvent is a liquid in an oil-based paint that the solids are dissolved in to allow a paint film coat to be applied. The paint coat hardens by the evaporation of the solvent