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questions[1]='A.C.C is~an authority to commence construction.~an allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.~the open space below an elevated floor.~usually timber on metal frame that tilts up in one piece to permit passage.~the document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.~A~1~1~ A.C.C is an authority to commence construction.<br /> Area allowance is An allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.<br /> Quote is The document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.<br /> Sub-floor is The open space below an elevated floor.<br /> Tilt-a-door is Usually timber on metal frame that tilts up in one piece to permit passage.<br />';
questions[2]='Aggregate is~gravel or rocks that are used in concrete~evidence furnished by the client to the builder that sufficient funds exist to pay the contract sum.~the joint filling material used in wall and floor tiling.~timber or steel beam directly supporting a floor or ceiling.~internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.~A~1~1~ Aggregate is Gravel or rocks that are used in concrete<br /> Grout is The joint filling material used in wall and floor tiling.<br /> Joist is Timber or steel beam directly supporting a floor or ceiling.<br /> Proof of Funds is Evidence furnished by the client to the builder that sufficient funds exist to pay the contract sum.<br /> Washable paint is Internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.<br />';
questions[3]='Architrave is~timber strips on face of all around windows and doors.~gypsum plaster cast in sheets, which is reinforced with sisal or fibreglass fibres.~a semicircular transom window over a door or window.~a sash or light above a door or window, usually fixed.~a beam spanning over an opening and supporting loads above.~A~1~1~ Architrave is Timber strips on face of all around windows and doors.<br /> Fanlight is A semicircular transom window over a door or window.<br /> Fibrous plaster is Gypsum plaster cast in sheets, which is reinforced with sisal or fibreglass fibres.<br /> Lintel is A beam spanning over an opening and supporting loads above.<br /> Transom light is A sash or light above a door or window, usually fixed.<br />';
questions[4]='Area allowance is~an allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.~the internal sill finish of a window, or the leading edge of a stair thread.~a beam spanning between walls or other supports which carries the ceiling below it, but not the floor above.~railing fixed from stair treads, landing, balcony or bridge.~where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.~A~1~1~ Area allowance is An allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.<br /> Balustrade is Railing fixed from stair treads, landing, balcony or bridge.<br /> Dual water is Where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.<br /> Ceiling Joist is A beam spanning between walls or other supports which carries the ceiling below it, but not the floor above.<br /> Nosing is The internal sill finish of a window, or the leading edge of a stair thread.<br />';
questions[5]='Australian Height Datum is~the value to which all vertical control for mapping is to be referred.~a reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.~projecting triangular gable over an entrance, door or window or forming the gable end of a roof.~the angle of a sloping roof, usually expressed in degrees eg. 22 degree pitch.~one which is pyramidal in shape with sloping surfaces and level eaves all round.~A~1~1~ Australian Height Datum is the value to which all vertical control for mapping is to be referred.<br /> Pediment is Projecting triangular gable over an entrance, door or window or forming the gable end of a roof.<br /> Pitch is The angle of a sloping roof, usually expressed in degrees eg. 22 degree pitch.<br /> Hip(ped) roof is one which is pyramidal in shape with sloping surfaces and level eaves all round.<br /> Terracotta is A reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.<br />';
questions[6]='Australian Standard is~mandatory when referred to in building regulations.~a letter from a lending authority confirming that mortgage documents have been signed and it is ok to start building.~a horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.~a single leaf non-load bearing wall of brickwork, tied to a load-bearing structure.~metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.~A~1~1~ Australian Standard is mandatory when referred to in building regulations.<br /> Brick veneer construction is a single leaf non-load bearing wall of brickwork, tied to a load-bearing structure.<br /> Letter of commencement is A letter from a lending authority confirming that mortgage documents have been signed and it is ok to start building.<br /> Nogging is A horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.<br /> Roller door is Metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.<br />';
questions[7]='Awning window is~a window usually timber hinged at the top. The bottom moves out on spiral screw.~decorative finish at the top of the gable.~a set of national requirements for the use in the design, construction, alteration or demolition of buildings.~a horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.~a plasterboard wall and ceiling lining sheets.~A~1~1~ Awning window is A window usually timber hinged at the top. The bottom moves out on spiral screw.<br /> Building Code of Australia is A set of national requirements for the use in the design, construction, alteration or demolition of buildings.<br /> Finial is Decorative finish at the top of the gable.<br /> Nogging is A horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.<br /> Plasterboard is A plasterboard wall and ceiling lining sheets.<br />';
questions[8]='Balcony is~a balustraded platform with access from an upper floor level.~galvanised steel wire (or plastic) ties built into brick walls to link internal and external portions of a cavity brick wall.~provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.~a document detailing the suitablility of the surface soil and the substarts for building~subject to varying degrees of swelling and shrinkage due to changes in moisture content.~A~1~1~ Balcony is A balustraded platform with access from an upper floor level.<br /> Brick ties is Galvanised steel wire (or plastic) ties built into brick walls to link internal and external portions of a cavity brick wall.<br /> Geotechnical Report is a document detailing the suitablility of the surface soil and the substarts for building<br /> Notice of Practical Completion is Provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.<br /> Reactive Soil is subject to varying degrees of swelling and shrinkage due to changes in moisture content.<br />';
questions[9]='Baluster is~one of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.~the timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.~a black and yellow striped warning over existing aerial powerlines for the protection of workers on a building site.~a single leaf non-load bearing wall of brickwork, tied to a load-bearing structure.~a Large solid member of timber or steel to carry loads.~A~1~1~ Baluster is One of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.<br /> Beam is a Large solid member of timber or steel to carry loads.<br /> Brick veneer construction is a single leaf non-load bearing wall of brickwork, tied to a load-bearing structure.<br /> Glazing bar is The timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.<br /> Tiger Tail is a black and yellow striped warning over existing aerial powerlines for the protection of workers on a building site.<br />';
questions[10]='Balustrade is~railing fixed from stair treads, landing, balcony or bridge.~the open space below an elevated floor.~a wall finish where cement mixture is plastered onto a wall surface. May be smooth or patterned.~a plate surrounding or covering a keyhole.~metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.~A~1~1~ Balustrade is Railing fixed from stair treads, landing, balcony or bridge.<br /> Cement render is A wall finish where cement mixture is plastered onto a wall surface. May be smooth or patterned.<br /> Escutcheon plate is A plate surrounding or covering a keyhole.<br /> Roller door is Metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.<br /> Sub-floor is The open space below an elevated floor.<br />';
questions[11]='Bargeboard is~a wide timber piece or more recently metal piece at the end of the gable to screen off ends of tiles, batterns etc.~a wall framing member used over a door or window opening.~the document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.~the natural or built-up formation of soil, sub-soil or rock upon which a building or structure is supported.~insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.~A~1~1~ Bargeboard is A wide timber piece or more recently metal piece at the end of the gable to screen off ends of tiles, batterns etc.<br /> Construction insurance premium is Insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.<br /> Foundation is The natural or built-up formation of soil, sub-soil or rock upon which a building or structure is supported.<br /> Header is A wall framing member used over a door or window opening.<br /> Quote is The document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.<br />';
questions[12]='Bay window is~a projecting compartment that is glazed and has windows all around.~a horizontal member, usually on flat and supported throughout its length.~an engineered slab design featuring a grid of internal beams created around polystyrene pod formers.~a trade name for plasterboard.~a wall finish where cement mixture is plastered onto a wall surface. May be smooth or patterned.~A~1~1~ Bay window is A projecting compartment that is glazed and has windows all around.<br /> Cement render is A wall finish where cement mixture is plastered onto a wall surface. May be smooth or patterned.<br /> Gyprock is A trade name for plasterboard.<br /> Plate is A horizontal member, usually on flat and supported throughout its length.<br /> Waffle pod slab is An engineered slab design featuring a grid of internal beams created around polystyrene pod formers.<br />';
questions[13]='Beam is~a Large solid member of timber or steel to carry loads.~a liquid discharge from sewerage or septic systems.~treatments to the underside of the slab, the perimeter of the slab and to the timber frame to prevent termites.~any large pipe used to distribute air from a central heating or air-conditioning system.~a suitable proportioned plastic mixture of sand, cement and/or lime, or proprietry plasticiser and water.~A~1~1~ Beam is a Large solid member of timber or steel to carry loads.<br /> Duct is Any large pipe used to distribute air from a central heating or air-conditioning system.<br /> Effluent is A liquid discharge from sewerage or septic systems.<br /> Mortar is A suitable proportioned plastic mixture of sand, cement and/or lime, or proprietry plasticiser and water.<br /> Pest Treatment is Treatments to the underside of the slab, the perimeter of the slab and to the timber frame to prevent termites.<br />';
questions[14]='Bearer is~a sub-floor structural timber member which supports the floor joists.~timber plate at the bottom of a wall frame.~generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".~an intermediate platform between two flights of stairs.~insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.~A~1~1~ Bearer is A sub-floor structural timber member which supports the floor joists.<br /> Bottom plate is Timber plate at the bottom of a wall frame.<br /> Construction insurance premium is Insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.<br /> Landing is An intermediate platform between two flights of stairs.<br /> Prime Cost Items) is Generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".<br />';
questions[15]='Bi-fold doors is~a door consisting of a number of hinged leafs folding to one or both sides of a door opening.~a letter from a lending authority confirming that mortgage documents have been signed and it is ok to start building.~a restriction on the title that grants vehicular access for adjoining properties over your land.~vertical and even, 90 degrees to level.~the timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.~A~1~1~ Bi-fold doors is A door consisting of a number of hinged leafs folding to one or both sides of a door opening.<br /> Glazing bar is The timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.<br /> Letter of commencement is A letter from a lending authority confirming that mortgage documents have been signed and it is ok to start building.<br /> Plumb is Vertical and even, 90 degrees to level.<br /> Right of Way is A restriction on the title that grants vehicular access for adjoining properties over your land.<br />';
questions[16]='B.O.S. is~an acronym which stands for  Building over sewer.~a barrier placed around the boundary of the land on the low side to prevent silt or soil washing from the land.~timber plate at the top of a wall frame.~decorative finish at the top of the gable.~mandatory when referred to in building regulations.~A~1~1~ Australian Standard is mandatory when referred to in building regulations.<br /> B.O.S. is An acronym which stands for  Building over sewer.<br /> Finial is Decorative finish at the top of the gable.<br /> Sediment Control Barrier is A barrier placed around the boundary of the land on the low side to prevent silt or soil washing from the land.<br /> Top plate is Timber plate at the top of a wall frame.<br />';
questions[17]='Bottom plate is~timber plate at the bottom of a wall frame.~an access opening in a ceiling, etc, to allow inspection of the roof structure, floor structure, plumbing or electrical wiring.~a safety circuit that should cause electric current to flow to earth, usually a wire connected to a water pipe.~the glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.~a long covered porch.~A~1~1~ Bottom plate is Timber plate at the bottom of a wall frame.<br /> Electrical earth is A safety circuit that should cause electric current to flow to earth, usually a wire connected to a water pipe.<br /> Glazing is The glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.<br /> Manhole is An access opening in a ceiling, etc, to allow inspection of the roof structure, floor structure, plumbing or electrical wiring.<br /> Verandah is A long covered porch.<br />';
questions[18]='Box gutter is~a roof guttering which is not on the exterior edge of the roof.~a term used to describe the area adjacent to sewer pipes or stormwater lines.~railing fixed from stair treads, landing, balcony or bridge.~the silver like membrane laid on over the roof timbers and immediately under the roof tiles.~a balustraded platform with access from an upper floor level.~A~1~1~ Balcony is A balustraded platform with access from an upper floor level.<br /> Balustrade is Railing fixed from stair treads, landing, balcony or bridge.<br /> Box gutter is A roof guttering which is not on the exterior edge of the roof.<br /> Sarking is The silver like membrane laid on over the roof timbers and immediately under the roof tiles.<br /> Zone of influence is A term used to describe the area adjacent to sewer pipes or stormwater lines.<br />';
questions[19]='Brace is~a member usually a diagonal which resists lateral forces and/or movements of a framed structure.~trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.~a concrete construction in either strip or pad form or integrated into the design of a concrete slab.~a preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.~rods, bars or prefabricated mesh, usually of steel, embedded in concrete for the purpose of resisting particular stresses.~A~1~1~ Brace is A member usually a diagonal which resists lateral forces and/or movements of a framed structure.<br /> Eaves gutter is A preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.<br /> Footing is A concrete construction in either strip or pad form or integrated into the design of a concrete slab.<br /> Panel lift doors is Trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.<br /> Reinforcement is Rods, bars or prefabricated mesh, usually of steel, embedded in concrete for the purpose of resisting particular stresses.<br />';
questions[20]='Brick ties is~galvanised steel wire (or plastic) ties built into brick walls to link internal and external portions of a cavity brick wall.~a flooring system where by before the concrete slab is poured a perimeter wall of brick work is constructed.~amount of floor space divided into size of land eg 4/10 or 40% of gross land area.~a flat concrete foundation that rests directly onto the ground, sometimes called slab-on-ground.~the upper enclosing element of a building or area which gives protection to the covered space from the external environment.~A~1~1~ Brick ties is Galvanised steel wire (or plastic) ties built into brick walls to link internal and external portions of a cavity brick wall.<br /> Floor space ratio is Amount of floor space divided into size of land eg 4/10 or 40% of gross land area.<br /> Roof is The upper enclosing element of a building or area which gives protection to the covered space from the external environment.<br /> Slab is A flat concrete foundation that rests directly onto the ground, sometimes called slab-on-ground.<br /> Slab in brick work is A flooring system where by before the concrete slab is poured a perimeter wall of brick work is constructed.<br />';
questions[21]='Bricks is~made of clay and fired in a kiln.~provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.~insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.~a projecting compartment that is glazed and has windows all around.~a wall finish where cement mixture is plastered onto a wall surface. May be smooth or patterned.~A~1~1~ Bay window is A projecting compartment that is glazed and has windows all around.<br /> Bricks is Made of clay and fired in a kiln.<br /> Cement render is A wall finish where cement mixture is plastered onto a wall surface. May be smooth or patterned.<br /> Construction insurance premium is Insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.<br /> Notice of Practical Completion is Provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.<br />';
questions[22]='Brick veneer construction is~a single leaf non-load bearing wall of brickwork, tied to a load-bearing structure.~a restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.~the horizontal distance between two supports of a beam bridge or other structural element.~the silver like membrane laid on over the roof timbers and immediately under the roof tiles.~the gradient of the driveway between the garage floor and the front boundary.~A~1~1~ Brick veneer construction is a single leaf non-load bearing wall of brickwork, tied to a load-bearing structure.<br /> Driveway gradient is The gradient of the driveway between the garage floor and the front boundary.<br /> Easement is A restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.<br /> Sarking is The silver like membrane laid on over the roof timbers and immediately under the roof tiles.<br /> Span is The horizontal distance between two supports of a beam bridge or other structural element.<br />';
questions[23]='Building agreement is~the document signed by both customer and the builder that governs relations between the two.~a hardwall finish such as cement or plaster applied to brick or masonry walls.~completed by a registered surveyor to determine the degree of inundated effect of a flood way and/or over land flow condition.~mandatory when referred to in building regulations.~a sloping member in a roof providing the principal structural support for the roofing material.~A~1~1~ Australian Standard is mandatory when referred to in building regulations.<br /> Building agreement is The document signed by both customer and the builder that governs relations between the two.<br /> Flood Study is Completed by a registered surveyor to determine the degree of inundated effect of a flood way and/or over land flow condition.<br /> Rafter is A sloping member in a roof providing the principal structural support for the roofing material.<br /> Render is A hardwall finish such as cement or plaster applied to brick or masonry walls.<br />';
questions[24]='Building Code of Australia is~a set of national requirements for the use in the design, construction, alteration or demolition of buildings.~a window usually timber hinged at the top. The bottom moves out on spiral screw.~a preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.~a trade name for plasterboard.~used to position set out pegs to show concretors the precise position of the home.~A~1~1~ Awning window is A window usually timber hinged at the top. The bottom moves out on spiral screw.<br /> Building Code of Australia is A set of national requirements for the use in the design, construction, alteration or demolition of buildings.<br /> Eaves gutter is A preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.<br /> Gyprock is A trade name for plasterboard.<br /> House peg out survey is used to position set out pegs to show concretors the precise position of the home.<br />';
questions[25]='Bulkhead is~lowered portion of a ceiling usually to hide a beam, a drainage pipe or as a decorative feature.~a suitable proportioned plastic mixture of sand, cement and/or lime, or proprietry plasticiser and water.~an intermediate platform between two flights of stairs.~the upper enclosing element of a building or area which gives protection to the covered space from the external environment.~a mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.~A~1~1~ Bulkhead is Lowered portion of a ceiling usually to hide a beam, a drainage pipe or as a decorative feature.<br /> Landing is An intermediate platform between two flights of stairs.<br /> Mortar is A suitable proportioned plastic mixture of sand, cement and/or lime, or proprietry plasticiser and water.<br /> Plaster is A mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.<br /> Roof is The upper enclosing element of a building or area which gives protection to the covered space from the external environment.<br />';
questions[26]='Cavity is~the space between the brick skin and the timber frame in a brick veneer wall.~internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.~the timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.~where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.~a horizontal member dividing window or door frame units at the top of the frame.~A~1~1~ Cavity is The space between the brick skin and the timber frame in a brick veneer wall.<br /> Glazing bar is The timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.<br /> Raked Ceiling is Where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.<br /> Transom is A horizontal member dividing window or door frame units at the top of the frame.<br /> Washable paint is Internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.<br />';
questions[27]='Ceiling is~the top or overhead portion of a room or building.~an upright supporting member of a timber wall frame to which wall covering (plasterboard) are fixed.~a pit designed to slow down the flow of stormwater from private property into the public drainage system.~document issued by the Land Titles Office that confirms the registered owner of the land.~a metal gutter built into the roof valley to carry water to the eaves guttering.~A~1~1~ Ceiling is The top or overhead portion of a room or building.<br /> Certificate of Title is Document issued by the Land Titles Office that confirms the registered owner of the land.<br /> Detention pit is A pit designed to slow down the flow of stormwater from private property into the public drainage system.<br /> Stud is An upright supporting member of a timber wall frame to which wall covering (plasterboard) are fixed.<br /> Valley gutter is A metal gutter built into the roof valley to carry water to the eaves guttering.<br />';
questions[28]='Ceiling Joist is~the structural member that supports the ceiling lining and ties the roof to the rest of the structure at wall plate level.~one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.~the bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.~the block of land on which the home is to be built.~the distance from the front boundary to the front of the home.~A~1~1~ Ceiling Joist is The structural member that supports the ceiling lining and ties the roof to the rest of the structure at wall plate level.<br /> Newel is The bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.<br /> Skillion roof is one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.<br /> Set back is The distance from the front boundary to the front of the home.<br /> Site is The block of land on which the home is to be built.<br />';
questions[29]='Cement render is~a wall finish where cement mixture is plastered onto a wall surface. May be smooth or patterned.~a structural frame made up wholly of members in tension or compression lying in the same plane.~a reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.~the vertical member between two adjoining windows.~a layer of an impervious material placed in a masonry wall to prevent the migration of moisture.~A~1~1~ Cement render is A wall finish where cement mixture is plastered onto a wall surface. May be smooth or patterned.<br /> Damp-proof course is A layer of an impervious material placed in a masonry wall to prevent the migration of moisture.<br /> Mullion is The vertical member between two adjoining windows.<br /> Terracotta is A reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.<br /> Truss is A structural frame made up wholly of members in tension or compression lying in the same plane.<br />';
questions[30]='Certificate of Title is~document issued by the Land Titles Office that confirms the registered owner of the land.~framework that holds the panes of glass in a window.~a joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.~a wall framing member used over a door or window opening.~the sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.~A~1~1~ Certificate of Title is Document issued by the Land Titles Office that confirms the registered owner of the land.<br /> Construction joint is A joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.<br /> Header is A wall framing member used over a door or window opening.<br /> Hip roof is The sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.<br /> Sash is Framework that holds the panes of glass in a window.<br />';
questions[31]='Check Survey is~a survey to confirm that the home is positioned on site as per the approved plans.~the document signed by both customer and the builder that governs relations between the two.~a plan which shows the exact bearings and dimensions of the block of land and any easements on it.~the inside of a door frame.~the top or overhead portion of a room or building.~A~1~1~ Building agreement is The document signed by both customer and the builder that governs relations between the two.<br /> Ceiling is The top or overhead portion of a room or building.<br /> Check Survey is A survey to confirm that the home is positioned on site as per the approved plans.<br /> Deposited Plan  is A plan which shows the exact bearings and dimensions of the block of land and any easements on it.<br /> Jamb is The inside of a door frame.<br />';
questions[32]='Column is~a free standing vertical load bearing member usually stone, brick, aluminium or another compound.~columns of concrete, usually poured into drilled holes in the ground, on which the concrete slab will rest.~a beam to which the flooring is fixed, usually supported by bearers.~a column or post supporting a superstructure, such as beams, floor or verandah bearers.~a preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.~A~1~1~ Column is A free standing vertical load bearing member usually stone, brick, aluminium or another compound.<br /> Eaves gutter is A preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.<br /> Floor Joist is A beam to which the flooring is fixed, usually supported by bearers.<br /> Pier is A column or post supporting a superstructure, such as beams, floor or verandah bearers.<br /> Piering is Columns of concrete, usually poured into drilled holes in the ground, on which the concrete slab will rest.<br />';
questions[33]='Construction Certificate is~the final component of approval to construct.~a plasterboard wall and ceiling lining sheets.~a joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.~door with sunken raised panels on its faces.~timber plate at the top of a wall frame.~A~1~1~ Construction Certificate is The final component of approval to construct.<br /> Construction joint is A joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.<br /> Panelled door is Door with sunken raised panels on its faces.<br /> Plasterboard is A plasterboard wall and ceiling lining sheets.<br /> Top plate is Timber plate at the top of a wall frame.<br />';
questions[34]='Construction insurance premium is~insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.~galvanised steel wire (or plastic) ties built into brick walls to link internal and external portions of a cavity brick wall.~site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.~made of clay and fired in a kiln.~a framework of crossed wood or metal strips used as a screen.~A~1~1~ Brick ties is Galvanised steel wire (or plastic) ties built into brick walls to link internal and external portions of a cavity brick wall.<br /> Bricks is Made of clay and fired in a kiln.<br /> Construction insurance premium is Insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.<br /> Lattice is A framework of crossed wood or metal strips used as a screen.<br /> Site Analysis is Site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.<br />';
questions[35]='Construction joint is~a joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.~a waterproofing process for the wet areas where required.~a device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.~where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.~decorative finish at the top of the gable.~A~1~1~ Construction joint is A joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.<br /> Ducted exhaust fan is A device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.<br /> Fibreglassing is A waterproofing process for the wet areas where required.<br /> Finial is Decorative finish at the top of the gable.<br /> Raked Ceiling is Where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.<br />';
questions[36]='Contour Survey is~a survey of the building site that identifies the amount of rise/fall represented by lines of equal level.~made of clay and fired in a kiln.~usually timber on metal frame that tilts up in one piece to permit passage.~concrete which has been strengthened by the inclusion of steel reinforcing mesh, bars and rods.~a long covered porch.~A~1~1~ Bricks is Made of clay and fired in a kiln.<br /> Contour Survey is A survey of the building site that identifies the amount of rise/fall represented by lines of equal level.<br /> Reinforced concrete is Concrete which has been strengthened by the inclusion of steel reinforcing mesh, bars and rods.<br /> Tilt-a-door is Usually timber on metal frame that tilts up in one piece to permit passage.<br /> Verandah is A long covered porch.<br />';
questions[37]='Cornice is~mouldings fixed to the junctions of walls and ceilings.~an estimated sum allowed for the completion of a particular item of work eg. rock excavation.~a flooring system where by before the concrete slab is poured a perimeter wall of brick work is constructed.~a member usually a diagonal which resists lateral forces and/or movements of a framed structure.~a preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.~A~1~1~ Brace is A member usually a diagonal which resists lateral forces and/or movements of a framed structure.<br /> Cornice is Mouldings fixed to the junctions of walls and ceilings.<br /> Eaves gutter is A preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.<br /> Provisional Allowance is An estimated sum allowed for the completion of a particular item of work eg. rock excavation.<br /> Slab in brick work is A flooring system where by before the concrete slab is poured a perimeter wall of brick work is constructed.<br />';
questions[38]='Course step down is~the stepped down edge of concrete slab on which the outer brick wall rests.~a white, powdery substance that sometimes appears on brick walls.~timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.~provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.~a glazed panel positioned above a standard window or front entry unit.~A~1~1~ Course step down is The stepped down edge of concrete slab on which the outer brick wall rests.<br /> Efflorescence is A white, powdery substance that sometimes appears on brick walls.<br /> Fascia is Timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.<br /> Highlight is A glazed panel positioned above a standard window or front entry unit.<br /> Notice of Practical Completion is Provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.<br />';
questions[39]='Cut and fill is~used to provide a level area on a sloping site.~a concrete floor slab designed with integrated edge and internal beams to support the full load of the structure above.~usually of concrete or terracotta.~columns of concrete, usually poured into drilled holes in the ground, on which the concrete slab will rest.~the document signed by both customer and the builder that governs relations between the two.~A~1~1~ Building agreement is The document signed by both customer and the builder that governs relations between the two.<br /> Cut and fill is Used to provide a level area on a sloping site.<br /> Piering is Columns of concrete, usually poured into drilled holes in the ground, on which the concrete slab will rest.<br /> Raft slab is A concrete floor slab designed with integrated edge and internal beams to support the full load of the structure above.<br /> Roof tile is Usually of concrete or terracotta.<br />';
questions[40]='Development Application is~the plans submitted to be approved by the Local Council.~a space with an arched ceiling.~a door consisting of a number of hinged leafs folding to one or both sides of a door opening.~the timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.~a term used to describe the area adjacent to sewer pipes or stormwater lines.~A~1~1~ Bi-fold doors is A door consisting of a number of hinged leafs folding to one or both sides of a door opening.<br /> Development Application is The plans submitted to be approved by the Local Council.<br /> Glazing bar is The timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.<br /> Vault is A space with an arched ceiling.<br /> Zone of influence is A term used to describe the area adjacent to sewer pipes or stormwater lines.<br />';
questions[41]='Damp-proof course is~a layer of an impervious material placed in a masonry wall to prevent the migration of moisture.~a horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.~a window usually timber hinged at the top. The bottom moves out on spiral screw.~a plan which shows the exact bearings and dimensions of the block of land and any easements on it.~timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.~A~1~1~ Awning window is A window usually timber hinged at the top. The bottom moves out on spiral screw.<br /> Damp-proof course is A layer of an impervious material placed in a masonry wall to prevent the migration of moisture.<br /> Deposited Plan  is A plan which shows the exact bearings and dimensions of the block of land and any easements on it.<br /> Fascia is Timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.<br /> Nogging is A horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.<br />';
questions[42]='Dressed all round is~timber that has been planed on all sides.~the bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.~a column or post supporting a superstructure, such as beams, floor or verandah bearers.~gravel or rocks that are used in concrete~decorative finish at the top of the gable.~A~1~1~ Aggregate is Gravel or rocks that are used in concrete<br /> Dressed all round is timber that has been planed on all sides.<br /> Finial is Decorative finish at the top of the gable.<br /> Newel is The bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.<br /> Pier is A column or post supporting a superstructure, such as beams, floor or verandah bearers.<br />';
questions[43]='Detention pit is~a pit designed to slow down the flow of stormwater from private property into the public drainage system.~mouldings fixed to the junctions of walls and ceilings.~a window where two sashes fill the opening, and both are vertically sliding.~provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.~a member usually a diagonal which resists lateral forces and/or movements of a framed structure.~A~1~1~ Brace is A member usually a diagonal which resists lateral forces and/or movements of a framed structure.<br /> Cornice is Mouldings fixed to the junctions of walls and ceilings.<br /> Detention pit is A pit designed to slow down the flow of stormwater from private property into the public drainage system.<br /> Double Hung window is A window where two sashes fill the opening, and both are vertically sliding.<br /> Notice of Practical Completion is Provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.<br />';
questions[44]='Door furniture is~used to describe any fittings on the door except the hinges.~a structural frame made up wholly of members in tension or compression lying in the same plane.~an upright supporting member of a timber wall frame to which wall covering (plasterboard) are fixed.~made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.~site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.~A~1~1~ Door furniture is Used to describe any fittings on the door except the hinges.<br /> Laminated timber is Made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.<br /> Site Analysis is Site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.<br /> Stud is An upright supporting member of a timber wall frame to which wall covering (plasterboard) are fixed.<br /> Truss is A structural frame made up wholly of members in tension or compression lying in the same plane.<br />';
questions[45]='Door jambs is~the vertical sides of the door opening.~a horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.~continuous band of decorative panelling under the edge of a verandah or decorative panel around the top of the wall.~a beam spanning between walls or other supports which carries the ceiling below it, but not the floor above.~a sub-floor structural timber member which supports the floor joists.~A~1~1~ Bearer is A sub-floor structural timber member which supports the floor joists.<br /> Door jambs is The vertical sides of the door opening.<br /> Frieze is Continuous band of decorative panelling under the edge of a verandah or decorative panel around the top of the wall.<br /> Ceiling Joist is A beam spanning between walls or other supports which carries the ceiling below it, but not the floor above.<br /> Nogging is A horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.<br />';
questions[46]='Double Hung window is~a window where two sashes fill the opening, and both are vertically sliding.~a plate surrounding or covering a keyhole.~a layer of an impervious material placed in a masonry wall to prevent the migration of moisture.~the vertical sides of the door opening.~the inside of a door frame.~A~1~1~ Damp-proof course is A layer of an impervious material placed in a masonry wall to prevent the migration of moisture.<br /> Door jambs is The vertical sides of the door opening.<br /> Double Hung window is A window where two sashes fill the opening, and both are vertically sliding.<br /> Escutcheon plate is A plate surrounding or covering a keyhole.<br /> Jamb is The inside of a door frame.<br />';
questions[47]='Deposited Plan  is~a plan which shows the exact bearings and dimensions of the block of land and any easements on it.~the document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.~an allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.~the glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.~one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.~A~1~1~ Area allowance is An allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.<br /> Deposited Plan  is A plan which shows the exact bearings and dimensions of the block of land and any easements on it.<br /> Glazing is The glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.<br /> Quote is The document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.<br /> Skillion roof is one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.<br />';
questions[48]='Driveway gradient is~the gradient of the driveway between the garage floor and the front boundary.~a glazed panel positioned above a standard window or front entry unit.~machine-made, unglazed tile often used for floors.~a beam spanning over an opening and supporting loads above.~the highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.~A~1~1~ Driveway gradient is The gradient of the driveway between the garage floor and the front boundary.<br /> Highlight is A glazed panel positioned above a standard window or front entry unit.<br /> Lintel is A beam spanning over an opening and supporting loads above.<br /> Quarry Tile is Machine-made, unglazed tile often used for floors.<br /> Ridge is The highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.<br />';
questions[49]='Dual water is~where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.~trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.~railing fixed from stair treads, landing, balcony or bridge.~is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.~the lower horizontal portion of a window or door.~A~1~1~ Balustrade is Railing fixed from stair treads, landing, balcony or bridge.<br /> Dual water is Where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.<br /> Panel lift doors is Trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.<br /> Sill is The lower horizontal portion of a window or door.<br /> Stormwater Management System is is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.<br />';
questions[50]='Duct is~any large pipe used to distribute air from a central heating or air-conditioning system.~an upright supporting member of a timber wall frame to which wall covering (plasterboard) are fixed.~the distance from the house to the surveyors pegs.~trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.~one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.~A~1~1~ Duct is Any large pipe used to distribute air from a central heating or air-conditioning system.<br /> Panel lift doors is Trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.<br /> Peg off set is The distance from the house to the surveyors pegs.<br /> Skillion roof is one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.<br /> Stud is An upright supporting member of a timber wall frame to which wall covering (plasterboard) are fixed.<br />';
questions[51]='Ducted exhaust fan is~a device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.~a framework of crossed wood or metal strips used as a screen.~a restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.~the silver like membrane laid on over the roof timbers and immediately under the roof tiles.~an uninterrupted series of steps between floors or between a floor and a landing.~A~1~1~ Ducted exhaust fan is A device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.<br /> Easement is A restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.<br /> Flight is An uninterrupted series of steps between floors or between a floor and a landing.<br /> Lattice is A framework of crossed wood or metal strips used as a screen.<br /> Sarking is The silver like membrane laid on over the roof timbers and immediately under the roof tiles.<br />';
questions[52]='Earth leakage safety switch is~a device designed to prevent electrocution and some fires.~a door consisting of a number of hinged leafs folding to one or both sides of a door opening.~metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.~the value to which all vertical control for mapping is to be referred.~the plans submitted to be approved by the Local Council.~A~1~1~ Australian Height Datum is the value to which all vertical control for mapping is to be referred.<br /> Bi-fold doors is A door consisting of a number of hinged leafs folding to one or both sides of a door opening.<br /> Development Application is The plans submitted to be approved by the Local Council.<br /> Earth leakage safety switch is A device designed to prevent electrocution and some fires.<br /> Roller door is Metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.<br />';
questions[53]='Easement is~a restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.~a hardwall finish such as cement or plaster applied to brick or masonry walls.~lowered portion of a ceiling usually to hide a beam, a drainage pipe or as a decorative feature.~a mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.~made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.~A~1~1~ Bulkhead is Lowered portion of a ceiling usually to hide a beam, a drainage pipe or as a decorative feature.<br /> Easement is A restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.<br /> Laminated timber is Made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.<br /> Plaster is A mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.<br /> Render is A hardwall finish such as cement or plaster applied to brick or masonry walls.<br />';
questions[54]='Eaves gutter is~a preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.~site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.~the top or overhead portion of a room or building.~a sash or light above a door or window, usually fixed.~a pit designed to slow down the flow of stormwater from private property into the public drainage system.~A~1~1~ Ceiling is The top or overhead portion of a room or building.<br /> Detention pit is A pit designed to slow down the flow of stormwater from private property into the public drainage system.<br /> Eaves gutter is A preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.<br /> Site Analysis is Site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.<br /> Transom light is A sash or light above a door or window, usually fixed.<br />';
questions[55]='Efflorescence is~a white, powdery substance that sometimes appears on brick walls.~the internal sill finish of a window, or the leading edge of a stair thread.~a flooring system where by before the concrete slab is poured a perimeter wall of brick work is constructed.~columns of concrete, usually poured into drilled holes in the ground, on which the concrete slab will rest.~a reinforced concrete slab poured inside a perimeter wall of brick work.~A~1~1~ Efflorescence is A white, powdery substance that sometimes appears on brick walls.<br /> Infill Slab is A reinforced concrete slab poured inside a perimeter wall of brick work.<br /> Nosing is The internal sill finish of a window, or the leading edge of a stair thread.<br /> Piering is Columns of concrete, usually poured into drilled holes in the ground, on which the concrete slab will rest.<br /> Slab in brick work is A flooring system where by before the concrete slab is poured a perimeter wall of brick work is constructed.<br />';
questions[56]='Effluent is~a liquid discharge from sewerage or septic systems.~the relationship of the size of a drawing to the size of the actual object~site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.~one having a small gable near the ridge of a hipped end.~internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.~A~1~1~ Effluent is A liquid discharge from sewerage or septic systems.<br /> Gambrel roof (Dutch Gable) is one having a small gable near the ridge of a hipped end.<br /> Scale is The relationship of the size of a drawing to the size of the actual object<br /> Site Analysis is Site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.<br /> Washable paint is Internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.<br />';
questions[57]='Electrical earth is~a safety circuit that should cause electric current to flow to earth, usually a wire connected to a water pipe.~the document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.~an access opening in a ceiling, etc, to allow inspection of the roof structure, floor structure, plumbing or electrical wiring.~a window usually timber hinged at the top. The bottom moves out on spiral screw.~the vertical end, generally triangular of a roof above the eaves line.~A~1~1~ Awning window is A window usually timber hinged at the top. The bottom moves out on spiral screw.<br /> Electrical earth is A safety circuit that should cause electric current to flow to earth, usually a wire connected to a water pipe.<br /> Gable end is The vertical end, generally triangular of a roof above the eaves line.<br /> Manhole is An access opening in a ceiling, etc, to allow inspection of the roof structure, floor structure, plumbing or electrical wiring.<br /> Quote is The document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.<br />';
questions[58]='Escutcheon plate is~a plate surrounding or covering a keyhole.~the horizontal part of a stair upon which you step.~completed by a registered surveyor to determine the degree of inundated effect of a flood way and/or over land flow condition.~timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.~a sullage disposal system.~A~1~1~ Escutcheon plate is A plate surrounding or covering a keyhole.<br /> Flood Study is Completed by a registered surveyor to determine the degree of inundated effect of a flood way and/or over land flow condition.<br /> Seasoned Timber is Timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.<br /> Septic system is A sullage disposal system.<br /> Tread is The horizontal part of a stair upon which you step.<br />';
questions[59]='Facade is~the front of a house.~the document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.~a metal gutter built into the roof valley to carry water to the eaves guttering.~a tubular steel structure assembled on site which provides a working platform for tradesmen.~the stepped down edge of concrete slab on which the outer brick wall rests.~A~1~1~ Course step down is The stepped down edge of concrete slab on which the outer brick wall rests.<br /> Facade is The front of a house.<br /> Quote is The document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.<br /> Scaffolding is A tubular steel structure assembled on site which provides a working platform for tradesmen.<br /> Valley gutter is A metal gutter built into the roof valley to carry water to the eaves guttering.<br />';
questions[60]='Fanlight is~a semicircular transom window over a door or window.~a flat concrete foundation that rests directly onto the ground, sometimes called slab-on-ground.~timber or steel beam directly supporting a floor or ceiling.~the angle of a sloping roof, usually expressed in degrees eg. 22 degree pitch.~the final component of approval to construct.~A~1~1~ Construction Certificate is The final component of approval to construct.<br /> Fanlight is A semicircular transom window over a door or window.<br /> Joist is Timber or steel beam directly supporting a floor or ceiling.<br /> Pitch is The angle of a sloping roof, usually expressed in degrees eg. 22 degree pitch.<br /> Slab is A flat concrete foundation that rests directly onto the ground, sometimes called slab-on-ground.<br />';
questions[61]='Fascia is~timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.~a barrier placed around the boundary of the land on the low side to prevent silt or soil washing from the land.~the structural member that supports the ceiling lining and ties the roof to the rest of the structure at wall plate level.~a wall finish where cement mixture is plastered onto a wall surface. May be smooth or patterned.~generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".~A~1~1~ Ceiling Joist is The structural member that supports the ceiling lining and ties the roof to the rest of the structure at wall plate level.<br /> Cement render is A wall finish where cement mixture is plastered onto a wall surface. May be smooth or patterned.<br /> Fascia is Timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.<br /> Prime Cost Items) is Generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".<br /> Sediment Control Barrier is A barrier placed around the boundary of the land on the low side to prevent silt or soil washing from the land.<br />';
questions[62]='Fibreglassing is~a waterproofing process for the wet areas where required.~any large pipe used to distribute air from a central heating or air-conditioning system.~timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.~the natural or built-up formation of soil, sub-soil or rock upon which a building or structure is supported.~a projecting compartment that is glazed and has windows all around.~A~1~1~ Bay window is A projecting compartment that is glazed and has windows all around.<br /> Duct is Any large pipe used to distribute air from a central heating or air-conditioning system.<br /> Fascia is Timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.<br /> Fibreglassing is A waterproofing process for the wet areas where required.<br /> Foundation is The natural or built-up formation of soil, sub-soil or rock upon which a building or structure is supported.<br />';
questions[63]='Fibrous plaster is~gypsum plaster cast in sheets, which is reinforced with sisal or fibreglass fibres.~the gradient of the driveway between the garage floor and the front boundary.~used to provide a level area on a sloping site.~elevation view through a cut away.~an allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.~A~1~1~ Area allowance is An allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.<br /> Cut and fill is Used to provide a level area on a sloping site.<br /> Driveway gradient is The gradient of the driveway between the garage floor and the front boundary.<br /> Fibrous plaster is Gypsum plaster cast in sheets, which is reinforced with sisal or fibreglass fibres.<br /> Section is Elevation view through a cut away.<br />';
questions[64]='Final account is~the final statement of account prepared prior to the handover of completed home.~the value to which all vertical control for mapping is to be referred.~amount of floor space divided into size of land eg 4/10 or 40% of gross land area.~the natural or built-up formation of soil, sub-soil or rock upon which a building or structure is supported.~timber or steel beam directly supporting a floor or ceiling.~A~1~1~ Australian Height Datum is the value to which all vertical control for mapping is to be referred.<br /> Final account is The final statement of account prepared prior to the handover of completed home.<br /> Floor space ratio is Amount of floor space divided into size of land eg 4/10 or 40% of gross land area.<br /> Foundation is The natural or built-up formation of soil, sub-soil or rock upon which a building or structure is supported.<br /> Joist is Timber or steel beam directly supporting a floor or ceiling.<br />';
questions[65]='Finial is~decorative finish at the top of the gable.~the document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.~the sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.~concrete which has been strengthened by the inclusion of steel reinforcing mesh, bars and rods.~the front of a house.~A~1~1~ Facade is The front of a house.<br /> Finial is Decorative finish at the top of the gable.<br /> Hip roof is The sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.<br /> Quote is The document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.<br /> Reinforced concrete is Concrete which has been strengthened by the inclusion of steel reinforcing mesh, bars and rods.<br />';
questions[66]='Flashing is~a strip of impervious material dressed or fitted to cover a joint or cavity where water would otherwise penetrate.~a beam spanning over an opening and supporting loads above.~framework that holds the panes of glass in a window.~a preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.~the vertical surface of a stair between two treads.~A~1~1~ Eaves gutter is A preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.<br /> Flashing is A strip of impervious material dressed or fitted to cover a joint or cavity where water would otherwise penetrate.<br /> Lintel is A beam spanning over an opening and supporting loads above.<br /> Riser is The vertical surface of a stair between two treads.<br /> Sash is Framework that holds the panes of glass in a window.<br />';
questions[67]='Flight is~an uninterrupted series of steps between floors or between a floor and a landing.~a semicircular transom window over a door or window.~a sash or light above a door or window, usually fixed.~a wall framing member used over a door or window opening.~one having a small gable near the ridge of a hipped end.~A~1~1~ Fanlight is A semicircular transom window over a door or window.<br /> Flight is An uninterrupted series of steps between floors or between a floor and a landing.<br /> Header is A wall framing member used over a door or window opening.<br /> Gambrel roof (Dutch Gable) is one having a small gable near the ridge of a hipped end.<br /> Transom light is A sash or light above a door or window, usually fixed.<br />';
questions[68]='Flood Study is~completed by a registered surveyor to determine the degree of inundated effect of a flood way and/or over land flow condition.~where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.~a material used to improve the thermal or acoustic efficiency of a building.~a document detailing the suitablility of the surface soil and the substarts for building~all forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.~A~1~1~ Flood Study is Completed by a registered surveyor to determine the degree of inundated effect of a flood way and/or over land flow condition.<br /> Geotechnical Report is a document detailing the suitablility of the surface soil and the substarts for building<br /> Insulation is A material used to improve the thermal or acoustic efficiency of a building.<br /> Raked Ceiling is Where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.<br /> Wind load is All forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.<br />';
questions[69]='Floor space ratio is~amount of floor space divided into size of land eg 4/10 or 40% of gross land area.~a flat concrete foundation that rests directly onto the ground, sometimes called slab-on-ground.~the sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.~the vertical surface of a stair between two treads.~the open space below an elevated floor.~A~1~1~ Floor space ratio is Amount of floor space divided into size of land eg 4/10 or 40% of gross land area.<br /> Hip roof is The sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.<br /> Riser is The vertical surface of a stair between two treads.<br /> Slab is A flat concrete foundation that rests directly onto the ground, sometimes called slab-on-ground.<br /> Sub-floor is The open space below an elevated floor.<br />';
questions[70]='Footing is~a concrete construction in either strip or pad form or integrated into the design of a concrete slab.~usually timber on metal frame that tilts up in one piece to permit passage.~a liquid discharge from sewerage or septic systems.~a pit designed to slow down the flow of stormwater from private property into the public drainage system.~the angle of a sloping roof, usually expressed in degrees eg. 22 degree pitch.~A~1~1~ Detention pit is A pit designed to slow down the flow of stormwater from private property into the public drainage system.<br /> Effluent is A liquid discharge from sewerage or septic systems.<br /> Footing is A concrete construction in either strip or pad form or integrated into the design of a concrete slab.<br /> Pitch is The angle of a sloping roof, usually expressed in degrees eg. 22 degree pitch.<br /> Tilt-a-door is Usually timber on metal frame that tilts up in one piece to permit passage.<br />';
questions[71]='Foundation is~the natural or built-up formation of soil, sub-soil or rock upon which a building or structure is supported.~is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.~material wrapped around piping for insulation or protection of pipe, particularly reducing heat loss in hot water pipes.~an expense that arises from placing a chosen home on your land and the cost of connecting to services.~a sash or light above a door or window, usually fixed.~A~1~1~ Foundation is The natural or built-up formation of soil, sub-soil or rock upon which a building or structure is supported.<br /> Lagging is Material wrapped around piping for insulation or protection of pipe, particularly reducing heat loss in hot water pipes.<br /> Site cost is an expense that arises from placing a chosen home on your land and the cost of connecting to services.<br /> Stormwater Management System is is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.<br /> Transom light is A sash or light above a door or window, usually fixed.<br />';
questions[72]='Frieze is~continuous band of decorative panelling under the edge of a verandah or decorative panel around the top of the wall.~a formed opening in a masonry wall to permit the drainage of any accumulated water.~timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.~a flooring system where by before the concrete slab is poured a perimeter wall of brick work is constructed.~a strip of impervious material dressed or fitted to cover a joint or cavity where water would otherwise penetrate.~A~1~1~ Fascia is Timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.<br /> Flashing is A strip of impervious material dressed or fitted to cover a joint or cavity where water would otherwise penetrate.<br /> Frieze is Continuous band of decorative panelling under the edge of a verandah or decorative panel around the top of the wall.<br /> Slab in brick work is A flooring system where by before the concrete slab is poured a perimeter wall of brick work is constructed.<br /> Weephole is A formed opening in a masonry wall to permit the drainage of any accumulated water.<br />';
questions[73]='Gable end is~the vertical end, generally triangular of a roof above the eaves line.~a wall framing member used over a door or window opening.~usually of concrete or terracotta.~the document signed by both customer and the builder that governs relations between the two.~the preliminary stage of installation of plumbing, wiring etc.~A~1~1~ Building agreement is The document signed by both customer and the builder that governs relations between the two.<br /> Gable end is The vertical end, generally triangular of a roof above the eaves line.<br /> Header is A wall framing member used over a door or window opening.<br /> Roof tile is Usually of concrete or terracotta.<br /> Roughing in is The preliminary stage of installation of plumbing, wiring etc.<br />';
questions[74]='Geotechnical Report is~a document detailing the suitablility of the surface soil and the substarts for building~a restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.~where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.~a term used to describe the area adjacent to sewer pipes or stormwater lines.~one having a small gable near the ridge of a hipped end.~A~1~1~ Dual water is Where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.<br /> Easement is A restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.<br /> Geotechnical Report is a document detailing the suitablility of the surface soil and the substarts for building<br /> Gambrel roof (Dutch Gable) is one having a small gable near the ridge of a hipped end.<br /> Zone of influence is A term used to describe the area adjacent to sewer pipes or stormwater lines.<br />';
questions[75]='Glazing is~the glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.~continuous band of decorative panelling under the edge of a verandah or decorative panel around the top of the wall.~mouldings fixed to the junctions of walls and ceilings.~where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.~the stepped down edge of concrete slab on which the outer brick wall rests.~A~1~1~ Cornice is Mouldings fixed to the junctions of walls and ceilings.<br /> Course step down is The stepped down edge of concrete slab on which the outer brick wall rests.<br /> Frieze is Continuous band of decorative panelling under the edge of a verandah or decorative panel around the top of the wall.<br /> Glazing is The glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.<br /> Raked Ceiling is Where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.<br />';
questions[76]='Glazing bar is~the timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.~mandatory when referred to in building regulations.~evidence furnished by the client to the builder that sufficient funds exist to pay the contract sum.~a construction of brick, concrete block, stone, terra cotta or other structural units laid in mortar.~the vertical sides of the door opening.~A~1~1~ Australian Standard is mandatory when referred to in building regulations.<br /> Door jambs is The vertical sides of the door opening.<br /> Glazing bar is The timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.<br /> Masonry is A construction of brick, concrete block, stone, terra cotta or other structural units laid in mortar.<br /> Proof of Funds is Evidence furnished by the client to the builder that sufficient funds exist to pay the contract sum.<br />';
questions[77]='Grout is~the joint filling material used in wall and floor tiling.~timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.~a trade name for plasterboard.~a preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.~a black and yellow striped warning over existing aerial powerlines for the protection of workers on a building site.~A~1~1~ Eaves gutter is A preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.<br /> Grout is The joint filling material used in wall and floor tiling.<br /> Gyprock is A trade name for plasterboard.<br /> Seasoned Timber is Timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.<br /> Tiger Tail is a black and yellow striped warning over existing aerial powerlines for the protection of workers on a building site.<br />';
questions[78]='Gyprock is~a trade name for plasterboard.~a window where two sashes fill the opening, and both are vertically sliding.~the document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.~a decorative stone or brick corner of a wall.~the bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.~A~1~1~ Double Hung window is A window where two sashes fill the opening, and both are vertically sliding.<br /> Gyprock is A trade name for plasterboard.<br /> Newel is The bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.<br /> Quoin is A decorative stone or brick corner of a wall.<br /> Quote is The document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.<br />';
questions[79]='Header is~a wall framing member used over a door or window opening.~a metal gutter built into the roof valley to carry water to the eaves guttering.~the percentage of the site covered by the new home.~the horizontal distance between two supports of a beam bridge or other structural element.~one which is pyramidal in shape with sloping surfaces and level eaves all round.~A~1~1~ Header is A wall framing member used over a door or window opening.<br /> Hip(ped) roof is one which is pyramidal in shape with sloping surfaces and level eaves all round.<br /> Site coverage is The percentage of the site covered by the new home.<br /> Span is The horizontal distance between two supports of a beam bridge or other structural element.<br /> Valley gutter is A metal gutter built into the roof valley to carry water to the eaves guttering.<br />';
questions[80]='Highlight is~a glazed panel positioned above a standard window or front entry unit.~the timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.~projecting triangular gable over an entrance, door or window or forming the gable end of a roof.~a waterproofing process for the wet areas where required.~made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.~A~1~1~ Fibreglassing is A waterproofing process for the wet areas where required.<br /> Glazing bar is The timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.<br /> Highlight is A glazed panel positioned above a standard window or front entry unit.<br /> Laminated timber is Made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.<br /> Pediment is Projecting triangular gable over an entrance, door or window or forming the gable end of a roof.<br />';
questions[81]='Hip roof is~the sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.~an engineered slab design featuring a grid of internal beams created around polystyrene pod formers.~the distance from the house to the surveyors pegs.~insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.~the front of a house.~A~1~1~ Construction insurance premium is Insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.<br /> Facade is The front of a house.<br /> Hip roof is The sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.<br /> Peg off set is The distance from the house to the surveyors pegs.<br /> Waffle pod slab is An engineered slab design featuring a grid of internal beams created around polystyrene pod formers.<br />';
questions[82]='House peg out survey is~used to position set out pegs to show concretors the precise position of the home.~a balustraded platform with access from an upper floor level.~the document signed by both customer and the builder that governs relations between the two.~a projecting compartment that is glazed and has windows all around.~a roof guttering which is not on the exterior edge of the roof.~A~1~1~ Balcony is A balustraded platform with access from an upper floor level.<br /> Bay window is A projecting compartment that is glazed and has windows all around.<br /> Box gutter is A roof guttering which is not on the exterior edge of the roof.<br /> Building agreement is The document signed by both customer and the builder that governs relations between the two.<br /> House peg out survey is used to position set out pegs to show concretors the precise position of the home.<br />';
questions[83]='Infill panel is~a panel or section used to fill in an area or space between structural sections.~the preliminary stage of installation of plumbing, wiring etc.~the timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.~a door consisting of a number of hinged leafs folding to one or both sides of a door opening.~one of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.~A~1~1~ Baluster is One of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.<br /> Bi-fold doors is A door consisting of a number of hinged leafs folding to one or both sides of a door opening.<br /> Glazing bar is The timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.<br /> Infill panel is A panel or section used to fill in an area or space between structural sections.<br /> Roughing in is The preliminary stage of installation of plumbing, wiring etc.<br />';
questions[84]='Infill Slab is~a reinforced concrete slab poured inside a perimeter wall of brick work.~a safety circuit that should cause electric current to flow to earth, usually a wire connected to a water pipe.~an intermediate platform between two flights of stairs.~the document signed by both customer and the builder that governs relations between the two.~a white, powdery substance that sometimes appears on brick walls.~A~1~1~ Building agreement is The document signed by both customer and the builder that governs relations between the two.<br /> Efflorescence is A white, powdery substance that sometimes appears on brick walls.<br /> Electrical earth is A safety circuit that should cause electric current to flow to earth, usually a wire connected to a water pipe.<br /> Infill Slab is A reinforced concrete slab poured inside a perimeter wall of brick work.<br /> Landing is An intermediate platform between two flights of stairs.<br />';
questions[85]='Insulation is~a material used to improve the thermal or acoustic efficiency of a building.~the open space below an elevated floor.~used to provide a level area on a sloping site.~an estimated sum allowed for the completion of a particular item of work eg. rock excavation.~a sash or light above a door or window, usually fixed.~A~1~1~ Cut and fill is Used to provide a level area on a sloping site.<br /> Insulation is A material used to improve the thermal or acoustic efficiency of a building.<br /> Provisional Allowance is An estimated sum allowed for the completion of a particular item of work eg. rock excavation.<br /> Sub-floor is The open space below an elevated floor.<br /> Transom light is A sash or light above a door or window, usually fixed.<br />';
questions[86]='Jamb is~the inside of a door frame.~used to describe any fittings on the door except the hinges.~a mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.~the highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.~the value to which all vertical control for mapping is to be referred.~A~1~1~ Australian Height Datum is the value to which all vertical control for mapping is to be referred.<br /> Door furniture is Used to describe any fittings on the door except the hinges.<br /> Jamb is The inside of a door frame.<br /> Plaster is A mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.<br /> Ridge is The highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.<br />';
questions[87]='Joist is~timber or steel beam directly supporting a floor or ceiling.~a plate surrounding or covering a keyhole.~timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.~the bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.~the open space below an elevated floor.~A~1~1~ Escutcheon plate is A plate surrounding or covering a keyhole.<br /> Joist is Timber or steel beam directly supporting a floor or ceiling.<br /> Newel is The bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.<br /> Seasoned Timber is Timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.<br /> Sub-floor is The open space below an elevated floor.<br />';
questions[88]='Ceiling Joist is~a beam spanning between walls or other supports which carries the ceiling below it, but not the floor above.~elevation view through a cut away.~a horizontal member, usually on flat and supported throughout its length.~the vertical sides of the door opening.~the internal sill finish of a window, or the leading edge of a stair thread.~A~1~1~ Door jambs is The vertical sides of the door opening.<br /> Ceiling Joist is A beam spanning between walls or other supports which carries the ceiling below it, but not the floor above.<br /> Nosing is The internal sill finish of a window, or the leading edge of a stair thread.<br /> Plate is A horizontal member, usually on flat and supported throughout its length.<br /> Section is Elevation view through a cut away.<br />';
questions[89]='Floor Joist is~a beam to which the flooring is fixed, usually supported by bearers.~the underside of eaves.~internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.~a wide timber piece or more recently metal piece at the end of the gable to screen off ends of tiles, batterns etc.~trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.~A~1~1~ Bargeboard is A wide timber piece or more recently metal piece at the end of the gable to screen off ends of tiles, batterns etc.<br /> Floor Joist is A beam to which the flooring is fixed, usually supported by bearers.<br /> Panel lift doors is Trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.<br /> Soffit is The underside of eaves.<br /> Washable paint is Internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.<br />';
questions[90]='Lagging is~material wrapped around piping for insulation or protection of pipe, particularly reducing heat loss in hot water pipes.~usually timber on metal frame that tilts up in one piece to permit passage.~a pit designed to slow down the flow of stormwater from private property into the public drainage system.~a sub-floor structural timber member which supports the floor joists.~made of clay and fired in a kiln.~A~1~1~ Bearer is A sub-floor structural timber member which supports the floor joists.<br /> Bricks is Made of clay and fired in a kiln.<br /> Detention pit is A pit designed to slow down the flow of stormwater from private property into the public drainage system.<br /> Lagging is Material wrapped around piping for insulation or protection of pipe, particularly reducing heat loss in hot water pipes.<br /> Tilt-a-door is Usually timber on metal frame that tilts up in one piece to permit passage.<br />';
questions[91]='Laminated timber is~made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.~gypsum plaster cast in sheets, which is reinforced with sisal or fibreglass fibres.~a member usually a diagonal which resists lateral forces and/or movements of a framed structure.~the preliminary stage of installation of plumbing, wiring etc.~the relationship of the size of a drawing to the size of the actual object~A~1~1~ Brace is A member usually a diagonal which resists lateral forces and/or movements of a framed structure.<br /> Fibrous plaster is Gypsum plaster cast in sheets, which is reinforced with sisal or fibreglass fibres.<br /> Laminated timber is Made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.<br /> Roughing in is The preliminary stage of installation of plumbing, wiring etc.<br /> Scale is The relationship of the size of a drawing to the size of the actual object<br />';
questions[92]='Landing is~an intermediate platform between two flights of stairs.~all forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.~a hardwall finish such as cement or plaster applied to brick or masonry walls.~the angle of a sloping roof, usually expressed in degrees eg. 22 degree pitch.~a safety circuit that should cause electric current to flow to earth, usually a wire connected to a water pipe.~A~1~1~ Electrical earth is A safety circuit that should cause electric current to flow to earth, usually a wire connected to a water pipe.<br /> Landing is An intermediate platform between two flights of stairs.<br /> Pitch is The angle of a sloping roof, usually expressed in degrees eg. 22 degree pitch.<br /> Render is A hardwall finish such as cement or plaster applied to brick or masonry walls.<br /> Wind load is All forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.<br />';
questions[93]='Lattice is~a framework of crossed wood or metal strips used as a screen.~the space between the brick skin and the timber frame in a brick veneer wall.~machine-made, unglazed tile often used for floors.~an authority to commence construction.~a glazed panel positioned above a standard window or front entry unit.~A~1~1~ A.C.C is an authority to commence construction.<br /> Cavity is The space between the brick skin and the timber frame in a brick veneer wall.<br /> Highlight is A glazed panel positioned above a standard window or front entry unit.<br /> Lattice is A framework of crossed wood or metal strips used as a screen.<br /> Quarry Tile is Machine-made, unglazed tile often used for floors.<br />';
questions[94]='Letter of commencement is~a letter from a lending authority confirming that mortgage documents have been signed and it is ok to start building.~the filling of joints in brickwork or masonry.~timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.~restrictions placed on the title of the land which prevent the owner from doing certain things.~generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".~A~1~1~ Letter of commencement is A letter from a lending authority confirming that mortgage documents have been signed and it is ok to start building.<br /> Prime Cost Items) is Generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".<br /> Pointing is The filling of joints in brickwork or masonry.<br /> Restrictive covenant is Restrictions placed on the title of the land which prevent the owner from doing certain things.<br /> Seasoned Timber is Timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.<br />';
questions[95]='Lintel is~a beam spanning over an opening and supporting loads above.~provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.~one of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.~the final component of approval to construct.~a Large solid member of timber or steel to carry loads.~A~1~1~ Baluster is One of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.<br /> Beam is a Large solid member of timber or steel to carry loads.<br /> Construction Certificate is The final component of approval to construct.<br /> Lintel is A beam spanning over an opening and supporting loads above.<br /> Notice of Practical Completion is Provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.<br />';
questions[96]='Louvre is~an overlapping timber, glass or metal blades built into an adjustable frame or opening to ventilate, or control light penetration.~an expense that arises from placing a chosen home on your land and the cost of connecting to services.~machine-made, unglazed tile often used for floors.~metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.~all forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.~A~1~1~ Louvre is an overlapping timber, glass or metal blades built into an adjustable frame or opening to ventilate, or control light penetration.<br /> Quarry Tile is Machine-made, unglazed tile often used for floors.<br /> Roller door is Metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.<br /> Site cost is an expense that arises from placing a chosen home on your land and the cost of connecting to services.<br /> Wind load is All forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.<br />';
questions[97]='Manhole is~an access opening in a ceiling, etc, to allow inspection of the roof structure, floor structure, plumbing or electrical wiring.~a structural frame made up wholly of members in tension or compression lying in the same plane.~elevation view through a cut away.~usually timber on metal frame that tilts up in one piece to permit passage.~timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.~A~1~1~ Manhole is An access opening in a ceiling, etc, to allow inspection of the roof structure, floor structure, plumbing or electrical wiring.<br /> Seasoned Timber is Timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.<br /> Section is Elevation view through a cut away.<br /> Tilt-a-door is Usually timber on metal frame that tilts up in one piece to permit passage.<br /> Truss is A structural frame made up wholly of members in tension or compression lying in the same plane.<br />';
questions[98]='Mantle is~the shelf above a fireplace.~a liquid discharge from sewerage or septic systems.~an access opening in a ceiling, etc, to allow inspection of the roof structure, floor structure, plumbing or electrical wiring.~generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".~a restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.~A~1~1~ Easement is A restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.<br /> Effluent is A liquid discharge from sewerage or septic systems.<br /> Manhole is An access opening in a ceiling, etc, to allow inspection of the roof structure, floor structure, plumbing or electrical wiring.<br /> Mantle is The shelf above a fireplace.<br /> Prime Cost Items) is Generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".<br />';
questions[99]='Masonry is~a construction of brick, concrete block, stone, terra cotta or other structural units laid in mortar.~is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.~the stepped down edge of concrete slab on which the outer brick wall rests.~one which is pyramidal in shape with sloping surfaces and level eaves all round.~the filling of joints in brickwork or masonry.~A~1~1~ Course step down is The stepped down edge of concrete slab on which the outer brick wall rests.<br /> Masonry is A construction of brick, concrete block, stone, terra cotta or other structural units laid in mortar.<br /> Pointing is The filling of joints in brickwork or masonry.<br /> Hip(ped) roof is one which is pyramidal in shape with sloping surfaces and level eaves all round.<br /> Stormwater Management System is is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.<br />';
questions[100]='Moulding is~decorative strips of wood used to conceal joints.~a decorative stone or brick corner of a wall.~the vertical sides of the door opening.~a beam to which the flooring is fixed, usually supported by bearers.~is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.~A~1~1~ Door jambs is The vertical sides of the door opening.<br /> Floor Joist is A beam to which the flooring is fixed, usually supported by bearers.<br /> Moulding is Decorative strips of wood used to conceal joints.<br /> Quoin is A decorative stone or brick corner of a wall.<br /> Stormwater Management System is is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.<br />';
questions[101]='Mortar is~a suitable proportioned plastic mixture of sand, cement and/or lime, or proprietry plasticiser and water.~a strip of impervious material dressed or fitted to cover a joint or cavity where water would otherwise penetrate.~a letter from a lending authority confirming that mortgage documents have been signed and it is ok to start building.~metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.~a decorative stone or brick corner of a wall.~A~1~1~ Flashing is A strip of impervious material dressed or fitted to cover a joint or cavity where water would otherwise penetrate.<br /> Letter of commencement is A letter from a lending authority confirming that mortgage documents have been signed and it is ok to start building.<br /> Mortar is A suitable proportioned plastic mixture of sand, cement and/or lime, or proprietry plasticiser and water.<br /> Quoin is A decorative stone or brick corner of a wall.<br /> Roller door is Metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.<br />';
questions[102]='Mullion is~the vertical member between two adjoining windows.~an alteration to standard design or specification. Generally not accepted by the builder after Building Agreement signed.~the gradient of the driveway between the garage floor and the front boundary.~timber or steel beam directly supporting a floor or ceiling.~used to provide a level area on a sloping site.~A~1~1~ Cut and fill is Used to provide a level area on a sloping site.<br /> Driveway gradient is The gradient of the driveway between the garage floor and the front boundary.<br /> Joist is Timber or steel beam directly supporting a floor or ceiling.<br /> Mullion is The vertical member between two adjoining windows.<br /> Variation is An alteration to standard design or specification. Generally not accepted by the builder after Building Agreement signed.<br />';
questions[103]='Newel is~the bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.~the horizontal distance between two supports of a beam bridge or other structural element.~mandatory when referred to in building regulations.~one of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.~a mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.~A~1~1~ Australian Standard is mandatory when referred to in building regulations.<br /> Baluster is One of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.<br /> Newel is The bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.<br /> Plaster is A mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.<br /> Span is The horizontal distance between two supports of a beam bridge or other structural element.<br />';
questions[104]='Nogging is~a horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.~an alteration to standard design or specification. Generally not accepted by the builder after Building Agreement signed.~a device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.~site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.~the timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.~A~1~1~ Ducted exhaust fan is A device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.<br /> Glazing bar is The timber or aluminium bar or strip on windows that divides the panes into smaller areas.<br /> Nogging is A horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.<br /> Site Analysis is Site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.<br /> Variation is An alteration to standard design or specification. Generally not accepted by the builder after Building Agreement signed.<br />';
questions[105]='Nosing is~the internal sill finish of a window, or the leading edge of a stair thread.~decorative strips of wood used to conceal joints.~a waterproofing process for the wet areas where required.~all forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.~where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.~A~1~1~ Dual water is Where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.<br /> Fibreglassing is A waterproofing process for the wet areas where required.<br /> Moulding is Decorative strips of wood used to conceal joints.<br /> Nosing is The internal sill finish of a window, or the leading edge of a stair thread.<br /> Wind load is All forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.<br />';
questions[106]='Notice of Practical Completion is~provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.~an acronym which stands for  Building over sewer.~a concrete floor slab designed with integrated edge and internal beams to support the full load of the structure above.~a suitable proportioned plastic mixture of sand, cement and/or lime, or proprietry plasticiser and water.~the bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.~A~1~1~ B.O.S. is An acronym which stands for  Building over sewer.<br /> Mortar is A suitable proportioned plastic mixture of sand, cement and/or lime, or proprietry plasticiser and water.<br /> Newel is The bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.<br /> Notice of Practical Completion is Provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.<br /> Raft slab is A concrete floor slab designed with integrated edge and internal beams to support the full load of the structure above.<br />';
questions[107]='Provisional Allowance is~an estimated sum allowed for the completion of a particular item of work eg. rock excavation.~provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.~the vertical surface of a stair between two treads.~rods, bars or prefabricated mesh, usually of steel, embedded in concrete for the purpose of resisting particular stresses.~used to position set out pegs to show concretors the precise position of the home.~A~1~1~ House peg out survey is used to position set out pegs to show concretors the precise position of the home.<br /> Notice of Practical Completion is Provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.<br /> Provisional Allowance is An estimated sum allowed for the completion of a particular item of work eg. rock excavation.<br /> Reinforcement is Rods, bars or prefabricated mesh, usually of steel, embedded in concrete for the purpose of resisting particular stresses.<br /> Riser is The vertical surface of a stair between two treads.<br />';
questions[108]='Panelled door is~door with sunken raised panels on its faces.~a concrete construction in either strip or pad form or integrated into the design of a concrete slab.~a column or post supporting a superstructure, such as beams, floor or verandah bearers.~a barrier placed around the boundary of the land on the low side to prevent silt or soil washing from the land.~the glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.~A~1~1~ Footing is A concrete construction in either strip or pad form or integrated into the design of a concrete slab.<br /> Glazing is The glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.<br /> Panelled door is Door with sunken raised panels on its faces.<br /> Pier is A column or post supporting a superstructure, such as beams, floor or verandah bearers.<br /> Sediment Control Barrier is A barrier placed around the boundary of the land on the low side to prevent silt or soil washing from the land.<br />';
questions[109]='Panel lift doors is~trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.~a flat concrete foundation that rests directly onto the ground, sometimes called slab-on-ground.~the vertical surface of a stair between two treads.~one having a small gable near the ridge of a hipped end.~the lower horizontal portion of a window or door.~A~1~1~ Panel lift doors is Trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.<br /> Riser is The vertical surface of a stair between two treads.<br /> Gambrel roof (Dutch Gable) is one having a small gable near the ridge of a hipped end.<br /> Sill is The lower horizontal portion of a window or door.<br /> Slab is A flat concrete foundation that rests directly onto the ground, sometimes called slab-on-ground.<br />';
questions[110]='Prime Cost Items) is~generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".~continuous band of decorative panelling under the edge of a verandah or decorative panel around the top of the wall.~a set of national requirements for the use in the design, construction, alteration or demolition of buildings.~a formed opening in a masonry wall to permit the drainage of any accumulated water.~the shelf above a fireplace.~A~1~1~ Building Code of Australia is A set of national requirements for the use in the design, construction, alteration or demolition of buildings.<br /> Frieze is Continuous band of decorative panelling under the edge of a verandah or decorative panel around the top of the wall.<br /> Mantle is The shelf above a fireplace.<br /> Prime Cost Items) is Generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".<br /> Weephole is A formed opening in a masonry wall to permit the drainage of any accumulated water.<br />';
questions[111]='Pediment is~projecting triangular gable over an entrance, door or window or forming the gable end of a roof.~a door consisting of a number of hinged leafs folding to one or both sides of a door opening.~a joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.~a Large solid member of timber or steel to carry loads.~the lower horizontal portion of a window or door.~A~1~1~ Beam is a Large solid member of timber or steel to carry loads.<br /> Bi-fold doors is A door consisting of a number of hinged leafs folding to one or both sides of a door opening.<br /> Construction joint is A joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.<br /> Pediment is Projecting triangular gable over an entrance, door or window or forming the gable end of a roof.<br /> Sill is The lower horizontal portion of a window or door.<br />';
questions[112]='Peg off set is~the distance from the house to the surveyors pegs.~a horizontal member dividing window or door frame units at the top of the frame.~timber plate at the bottom of a wall frame.~one of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.~the vertical sides of the door opening.~A~1~1~ Baluster is One of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.<br /> Bottom plate is Timber plate at the bottom of a wall frame.<br /> Door jambs is The vertical sides of the door opening.<br /> Peg off set is The distance from the house to the surveyors pegs.<br /> Transom is A horizontal member dividing window or door frame units at the top of the frame.<br />';
questions[113]='Pest Treatment is~treatments to the underside of the slab, the perimeter of the slab and to the timber frame to prevent termites.~a decorative stone or brick corner of a wall.~the silver like membrane laid on over the roof timbers and immediately under the roof tiles.~a beam spanning over an opening and supporting loads above.~the value to which all vertical control for mapping is to be referred.~A~1~1~ Australian Height Datum is the value to which all vertical control for mapping is to be referred.<br /> Lintel is A beam spanning over an opening and supporting loads above.<br /> Pest Treatment is Treatments to the underside of the slab, the perimeter of the slab and to the timber frame to prevent termites.<br /> Quoin is A decorative stone or brick corner of a wall.<br /> Sarking is The silver like membrane laid on over the roof timbers and immediately under the roof tiles.<br />';
questions[114]='Pier is~a column or post supporting a superstructure, such as beams, floor or verandah bearers.~a preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.~timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.~the glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.~the gradient of the driveway between the garage floor and the front boundary.~A~1~1~ Driveway gradient is The gradient of the driveway between the garage floor and the front boundary.<br /> Eaves gutter is A preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.<br /> Glazing is The glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.<br /> Pier is A column or post supporting a superstructure, such as beams, floor or verandah bearers.<br /> Seasoned Timber is Timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.<br />';
questions[115]='Piering is~columns of concrete, usually poured into drilled holes in the ground, on which the concrete slab will rest.~the final statement of account prepared prior to the handover of completed home.~a single leaf non-load bearing wall of brickwork, tied to a load-bearing structure.~an upright supporting member of a timber wall frame to which wall covering (plasterboard) are fixed.~a projecting compartment that is glazed and has windows all around.~A~1~1~ Bay window is A projecting compartment that is glazed and has windows all around.<br /> Brick veneer construction is a single leaf non-load bearing wall of brickwork, tied to a load-bearing structure.<br /> Final account is The final statement of account prepared prior to the handover of completed home.<br /> Piering is Columns of concrete, usually poured into drilled holes in the ground, on which the concrete slab will rest.<br /> Stud is An upright supporting member of a timber wall frame to which wall covering (plasterboard) are fixed.<br />';
questions[116]='Pitch is~the angle of a sloping roof, usually expressed in degrees eg. 22 degree pitch.~a framework of crossed wood or metal strips used as a screen.~a term used to describe the area adjacent to sewer pipes or stormwater lines.~a beam to which the flooring is fixed, usually supported by bearers.~a layer of an impervious material placed in a masonry wall to prevent the migration of moisture.~A~1~1~ Damp-proof course is A layer of an impervious material placed in a masonry wall to prevent the migration of moisture.<br /> Floor Joist is A beam to which the flooring is fixed, usually supported by bearers.<br /> Lattice is A framework of crossed wood or metal strips used as a screen.<br /> Pitch is The angle of a sloping roof, usually expressed in degrees eg. 22 degree pitch.<br /> Zone of influence is A term used to describe the area adjacent to sewer pipes or stormwater lines.<br />';
questions[117]='Plaster is~a mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.~all forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.~the bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.~is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.~evidence furnished by the client to the builder that sufficient funds exist to pay the contract sum.~A~1~1~ Newel is The bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.<br /> Plaster is A mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.<br /> Proof of Funds is Evidence furnished by the client to the builder that sufficient funds exist to pay the contract sum.<br /> Stormwater Management System is is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.<br /> Wind load is All forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.<br />';
questions[118]='Plasterboard is~a plasterboard wall and ceiling lining sheets.~the inside of a door frame.~a hardwall finish such as cement or plaster applied to brick or masonry walls.~a survey of the building site that identifies the amount of rise/fall represented by lines of equal level.~the upper enclosing element of a building or area which gives protection to the covered space from the external environment.~A~1~1~ Contour Survey is A survey of the building site that identifies the amount of rise/fall represented by lines of equal level.<br /> Jamb is The inside of a door frame.<br /> Plasterboard is A plasterboard wall and ceiling lining sheets.<br /> Render is A hardwall finish such as cement or plaster applied to brick or masonry walls.<br /> Roof is The upper enclosing element of a building or area which gives protection to the covered space from the external environment.<br />';
questions[119]='Plate is~a horizontal member, usually on flat and supported throughout its length.~a document detailing the suitablility of the surface soil and the substarts for building~a beam to which the flooring is fixed, usually supported by bearers.~mandatory when referred to in building regulations.~one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.~A~1~1~ Australian Standard is mandatory when referred to in building regulations.<br /> Geotechnical Report is a document detailing the suitablility of the surface soil and the substarts for building<br /> Floor Joist is A beam to which the flooring is fixed, usually supported by bearers.<br /> Plate is A horizontal member, usually on flat and supported throughout its length.<br /> Skillion roof is one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.<br />';
questions[120]='Plumb is~vertical and even, 90 degrees to level.~a wide timber piece or more recently metal piece at the end of the gable to screen off ends of tiles, batterns etc.~columns of concrete, usually poured into drilled holes in the ground, on which the concrete slab will rest.~the upper enclosing element of a building or area which gives protection to the covered space from the external environment.~timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.~A~1~1~ Bargeboard is A wide timber piece or more recently metal piece at the end of the gable to screen off ends of tiles, batterns etc.<br /> Fascia is Timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.<br /> Piering is Columns of concrete, usually poured into drilled holes in the ground, on which the concrete slab will rest.<br /> Plumb is Vertical and even, 90 degrees to level.<br /> Roof is The upper enclosing element of a building or area which gives protection to the covered space from the external environment.<br />';
questions[121]='Proof of Funds is~evidence furnished by the client to the builder that sufficient funds exist to pay the contract sum.~material wrapped around piping for insulation or protection of pipe, particularly reducing heat loss in hot water pipes.~a restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.~the silver like membrane laid on over the roof timbers and immediately under the roof tiles.~the space between the brick skin and the timber frame in a brick veneer wall.~A~1~1~ Cavity is The space between the brick skin and the timber frame in a brick veneer wall.<br /> Easement is A restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.<br /> Lagging is Material wrapped around piping for insulation or protection of pipe, particularly reducing heat loss in hot water pipes.<br /> Proof of Funds is Evidence furnished by the client to the builder that sufficient funds exist to pay the contract sum.<br /> Sarking is The silver like membrane laid on over the roof timbers and immediately under the roof tiles.<br />';
questions[122]='Pointing is~the filling of joints in brickwork or masonry.~the lower horizontal portion of a window or door.~made of clay and fired in a kiln.~an alteration to standard design or specification. Generally not accepted by the builder after Building Agreement signed.~a liquid discharge from sewerage or septic systems.~A~1~1~ Bricks is Made of clay and fired in a kiln.<br /> Effluent is A liquid discharge from sewerage or septic systems.<br /> Pointing is The filling of joints in brickwork or masonry.<br /> Sill is The lower horizontal portion of a window or door.<br /> Variation is An alteration to standard design or specification. Generally not accepted by the builder after Building Agreement signed.<br />';
questions[123]='Quarry Tile is~machine-made, unglazed tile often used for floors.~one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.~timber that has been planed on all sides.~the space between the brick skin and the timber frame in a brick veneer wall.~used to position set out pegs to show concretors the precise position of the home.~A~1~1~ Cavity is The space between the brick skin and the timber frame in a brick veneer wall.<br /> Dressed all round is timber that has been planed on all sides.<br /> House peg out survey is used to position set out pegs to show concretors the precise position of the home.<br /> Quarry Tile is Machine-made, unglazed tile often used for floors.<br /> Skillion roof is one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.<br />';
questions[124]='Quoin is~a decorative stone or brick corner of a wall.~a concrete floor slab designed with integrated edge and internal beams to support the full load of the structure above.~where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.~the distance from the house to the surveyors pegs.~a waterproofing process for the wet areas where required.~A~1~1~ Dual water is Where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.<br /> Fibreglassing is A waterproofing process for the wet areas where required.<br /> Peg off set is The distance from the house to the surveyors pegs.<br /> Quoin is A decorative stone or brick corner of a wall.<br /> Raft slab is A concrete floor slab designed with integrated edge and internal beams to support the full load of the structure above.<br />';
questions[125]='Quote is~the document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.~all forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.~a panel or section used to fill in an area or space between structural sections.~a restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.~decorative strips of wood used to conceal joints.~A~1~1~ Easement is A restriction on the title to your land which means that part of the land is to be left free for some purpose.<br /> Infill panel is A panel or section used to fill in an area or space between structural sections.<br /> Moulding is Decorative strips of wood used to conceal joints.<br /> Quote is The document provided by the builder that details what work is to be done and the costs included.<br /> Wind load is All forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.<br />';
questions[126]='Raked Ceiling is~where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.~an engineered slab design featuring a grid of internal beams created around polystyrene pod formers.~restrictions placed on the title of the land which prevent the owner from doing certain things.~a material used to improve the thermal or acoustic efficiency of a building.~a Large solid member of timber or steel to carry loads.~A~1~1~ Beam is a Large solid member of timber or steel to carry loads.<br /> Insulation is A material used to improve the thermal or acoustic efficiency of a building.<br /> Raked Ceiling is Where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.<br /> Restrictive covenant is Restrictions placed on the title of the land which prevent the owner from doing certain things.<br /> Waffle pod slab is An engineered slab design featuring a grid of internal beams created around polystyrene pod formers.<br />';
questions[127]='Rafter is~a sloping member in a roof providing the principal structural support for the roofing material.~a semicircular transom window over a door or window.~concrete which has been strengthened by the inclusion of steel reinforcing mesh, bars and rods.~a decorative stone or brick corner of a wall.~carried out on your new building site to assess the all characteristics that are to be assessed in preparing a quotation.~A~1~1~ Fanlight is A semicircular transom window over a door or window.<br /> Quoin is A decorative stone or brick corner of a wall.<br /> Rafter is A sloping member in a roof providing the principal structural support for the roofing material.<br /> Reinforced concrete is Concrete which has been strengthened by the inclusion of steel reinforcing mesh, bars and rods.<br /> Site inspection is Carried out on your new building site to assess the all characteristics that are to be assessed in preparing a quotation.<br />';
questions[128]='Raft slab is~a concrete floor slab designed with integrated edge and internal beams to support the full load of the structure above.~the vertical end, generally triangular of a roof above the eaves line.~trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.~document issued by the Land Titles Office that confirms the registered owner of the land.~a liquid discharge from sewerage or septic systems.~A~1~1~ Certificate of Title is Document issued by the Land Titles Office that confirms the registered owner of the land.<br /> Effluent is A liquid discharge from sewerage or septic systems.<br /> Gable end is The vertical end, generally triangular of a roof above the eaves line.<br /> Panel lift doors is Trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.<br /> Raft slab is A concrete floor slab designed with integrated edge and internal beams to support the full load of the structure above.<br />';
questions[129]='Reactive Soil is~subject to varying degrees of swelling and shrinkage due to changes in moisture content.~a material used to improve the thermal or acoustic efficiency of a building.~one of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.~an estimated sum allowed for the completion of a particular item of work eg. rock excavation.~a reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.~A~1~1~ Baluster is One of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.<br /> Insulation is A material used to improve the thermal or acoustic efficiency of a building.<br /> Provisional Allowance is An estimated sum allowed for the completion of a particular item of work eg. rock excavation.<br /> Reactive Soil is subject to varying degrees of swelling and shrinkage due to changes in moisture content.<br /> Terracotta is A reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.<br />';
questions[130]='Render is~a hardwall finish such as cement or plaster applied to brick or masonry walls.~a long covered porch.~a tubular steel structure assembled on site which provides a working platform for tradesmen.~site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.~the sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.~A~1~1~ Hip roof is The sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.<br /> Render is A hardwall finish such as cement or plaster applied to brick or masonry walls.<br /> Scaffolding is A tubular steel structure assembled on site which provides a working platform for tradesmen.<br /> Site Analysis is Site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.<br /> Verandah is A long covered porch.<br />';
questions[131]='Reinforcement is~rods, bars or prefabricated mesh, usually of steel, embedded in concrete for the purpose of resisting particular stresses.~an authority to commence construction.~a plan which shows the exact bearings and dimensions of the block of land and any easements on it.~one of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.~the top or overhead portion of a room or building.~A~1~1~ A.C.C is an authority to commence construction.<br /> Baluster is One of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.<br /> Ceiling is The top or overhead portion of a room or building.<br /> Deposited Plan  is A plan which shows the exact bearings and dimensions of the block of land and any easements on it.<br /> Reinforcement is Rods, bars or prefabricated mesh, usually of steel, embedded in concrete for the purpose of resisting particular stresses.<br />';
questions[132]='Reinforced concrete is~concrete which has been strengthened by the inclusion of steel reinforcing mesh, bars and rods.~timber or steel beam directly supporting a floor or ceiling.~where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.~a beam spanning between walls or other supports which carries the ceiling below it, but not the floor above.~machine-made, unglazed tile often used for floors.~A~1~1~ Joist is Timber or steel beam directly supporting a floor or ceiling.<br /> Ceiling Joist is A beam spanning between walls or other supports which carries the ceiling below it, but not the floor above.<br /> Quarry Tile is Machine-made, unglazed tile often used for floors.<br /> Raked Ceiling is Where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.<br /> Reinforced concrete is Concrete which has been strengthened by the inclusion of steel reinforcing mesh, bars and rods.<br />';
questions[133]='Restrictive covenant is~restrictions placed on the title of the land which prevent the owner from doing certain things.~a free standing vertical load bearing member usually stone, brick, aluminium or another compound.~an overlapping timber, glass or metal blades built into an adjustable frame or opening to ventilate, or control light penetration.~a set of national requirements for the use in the design, construction, alteration or demolition of buildings.~one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.~A~1~1~ Building Code of Australia is A set of national requirements for the use in the design, construction, alteration or demolition of buildings.<br /> Column is A free standing vertical load bearing member usually stone, brick, aluminium or another compound.<br /> Louvre is an overlapping timber, glass or metal blades built into an adjustable frame or opening to ventilate, or control light penetration.<br /> Restrictive covenant is Restrictions placed on the title of the land which prevent the owner from doing certain things.<br /> Skillion roof is one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.<br />';
questions[134]='Ridge is~the highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.~gravel or rocks that are used in concrete~metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.~document issued by the Land Titles Office that confirms the registered owner of the land.~a preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.~A~1~1~ Aggregate is Gravel or rocks that are used in concrete<br /> Certificate of Title is Document issued by the Land Titles Office that confirms the registered owner of the land.<br /> Eaves gutter is A preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.<br /> Ridge is The highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.<br /> Roller door is Metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.<br />';
questions[135]='Riser is~the vertical surface of a stair between two treads.~a joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.~a restriction on the title that grants vehicular access for adjoining properties over your land.~concrete which has been strengthened by the inclusion of steel reinforcing mesh, bars and rods.~a beam spanning over an opening and supporting loads above.~A~1~1~ Construction joint is A joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.<br /> Lintel is A beam spanning over an opening and supporting loads above.<br /> Reinforced concrete is Concrete which has been strengthened by the inclusion of steel reinforcing mesh, bars and rods.<br /> Riser is The vertical surface of a stair between two treads.<br /> Right of Way is A restriction on the title that grants vehicular access for adjoining properties over your land.<br />';
questions[136]='Roller door is~metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.~a semicircular transom window over a door or window.~an overlapping timber, glass or metal blades built into an adjustable frame or opening to ventilate, or control light penetration.~a tubular steel structure assembled on site which provides a working platform for tradesmen.~site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.~A~1~1~ Fanlight is A semicircular transom window over a door or window.<br /> Louvre is an overlapping timber, glass or metal blades built into an adjustable frame or opening to ventilate, or control light penetration.<br /> Roller door is Metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.<br /> Scaffolding is A tubular steel structure assembled on site which provides a working platform for tradesmen.<br /> Site Analysis is Site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.<br />';
questions[137]='Roof is~the upper enclosing element of a building or area which gives protection to the covered space from the external environment.~a preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.~where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.~lowered portion of a ceiling usually to hide a beam, a drainage pipe or as a decorative feature.~material wrapped around piping for insulation or protection of pipe, particularly reducing heat loss in hot water pipes.~A~1~1~ Bulkhead is Lowered portion of a ceiling usually to hide a beam, a drainage pipe or as a decorative feature.<br /> Dual water is Where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.<br /> Eaves gutter is A preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.<br /> Lagging is Material wrapped around piping for insulation or protection of pipe, particularly reducing heat loss in hot water pipes.<br /> Roof is The upper enclosing element of a building or area which gives protection to the covered space from the external environment.<br />';
questions[138]='Gambrel roof (Dutch Gable) is~one having a small gable near the ridge of a hipped end.~the structural member that supports the ceiling lining and ties the roof to the rest of the structure at wall plate level.~completed by a registered surveyor to determine the degree of inundated effect of a flood way and/or over land flow condition.~a reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.~an allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.~A~1~1~ Area allowance is An allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.<br /> Ceiling Joist is The structural member that supports the ceiling lining and ties the roof to the rest of the structure at wall plate level.<br /> Flood Study is Completed by a registered surveyor to determine the degree of inundated effect of a flood way and/or over land flow condition.<br /> Gambrel roof (Dutch Gable) is one having a small gable near the ridge of a hipped end.<br /> Terracotta is A reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.<br />';
questions[139]='Hip(ped) roof is~one which is pyramidal in shape with sloping surfaces and level eaves all round.~decorative strips of wood used to conceal joints.~a single leaf non-load bearing wall of brickwork, tied to a load-bearing structure.~the sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.~the final component of approval to construct.~A~1~1~ Brick veneer construction is a single leaf non-load bearing wall of brickwork, tied to a load-bearing structure.<br /> Construction Certificate is The final component of approval to construct.<br /> Hip roof is The sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.<br /> Moulding is Decorative strips of wood used to conceal joints.<br /> Hip(ped) roof is one which is pyramidal in shape with sloping surfaces and level eaves all round.<br />';
questions[140]='Skillion roof is~one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.~a wall framing member used over a door or window opening.~made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.~a reinforced concrete slab poured inside a perimeter wall of brick work.~an engineered slab design featuring a grid of internal beams created around polystyrene pod formers.~A~1~1~ Header is A wall framing member used over a door or window opening.<br /> Infill Slab is A reinforced concrete slab poured inside a perimeter wall of brick work.<br /> Laminated timber is Made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.<br /> Skillion roof is one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.<br /> Waffle pod slab is An engineered slab design featuring a grid of internal beams created around polystyrene pod formers.<br />';
questions[141]='Roof tile is~usually of concrete or terracotta.~a survey of the building site that identifies the amount of rise/fall represented by lines of equal level.~the highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.~the front of a house.~a barrier placed around the boundary of the land on the low side to prevent silt or soil washing from the land.~A~1~1~ Contour Survey is A survey of the building site that identifies the amount of rise/fall represented by lines of equal level.<br /> Facade is The front of a house.<br /> Ridge is The highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.<br /> Roof tile is Usually of concrete or terracotta.<br /> Sediment Control Barrier is A barrier placed around the boundary of the land on the low side to prevent silt or soil washing from the land.<br />';
questions[142]='Roughing in is~the preliminary stage of installation of plumbing, wiring etc.~amount of floor space divided into size of land eg 4/10 or 40% of gross land area.~a beam to which the flooring is fixed, usually supported by bearers.~where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.~a reinforced concrete slab poured inside a perimeter wall of brick work.~A~1~1~ Dual water is Where a block is serviced by town water and grey water services.<br /> Floor space ratio is Amount of floor space divided into size of land eg 4/10 or 40% of gross land area.<br /> Infill Slab is A reinforced concrete slab poured inside a perimeter wall of brick work.<br /> Floor Joist is A beam to which the flooring is fixed, usually supported by bearers.<br /> Roughing in is The preliminary stage of installation of plumbing, wiring etc.<br />';
questions[143]='Right of Way is~a restriction on the title that grants vehicular access for adjoining properties over your land.~site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.~material wrapped around piping for insulation or protection of pipe, particularly reducing heat loss in hot water pipes.~a diagramatic representation of the shadowing effect on adjoining properties by the proposed new home.~the vertical end, generally triangular of a roof above the eaves line.~A~1~1~ Gable end is The vertical end, generally triangular of a roof above the eaves line.<br /> Lagging is Material wrapped around piping for insulation or protection of pipe, particularly reducing heat loss in hot water pipes.<br /> Right of Way is A restriction on the title that grants vehicular access for adjoining properties over your land.<br /> Shadow Diagram is A diagramatic representation of the shadowing effect on adjoining properties by the proposed new home.<br /> Site Analysis is Site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.<br />';
questions[144]='Sarking is~the silver like membrane laid on over the roof timbers and immediately under the roof tiles.~a joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.~a set of national requirements for the use in the design, construction, alteration or demolition of buildings.~carried out on your new building site to assess the all characteristics that are to be assessed in preparing a quotation.~the inside of a door frame.~A~1~1~ Building Code of Australia is A set of national requirements for the use in the design, construction, alteration or demolition of buildings.<br /> Construction joint is A joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.<br /> Jamb is The inside of a door frame.<br /> Sarking is The silver like membrane laid on over the roof timbers and immediately under the roof tiles.<br /> Site inspection is Carried out on your new building site to assess the all characteristics that are to be assessed in preparing a quotation.<br />';
questions[145]='Sash is~framework that holds the panes of glass in a window.~an allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.~the horizontal part of a stair upon which you step.~a concrete floor slab designed with integrated edge and internal beams to support the full load of the structure above.~amount of floor space divided into size of land eg 4/10 or 40% of gross land area.~A~1~1~ Area allowance is An allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.<br /> Floor space ratio is Amount of floor space divided into size of land eg 4/10 or 40% of gross land area.<br /> Raft slab is A concrete floor slab designed with integrated edge and internal beams to support the full load of the structure above.<br /> Sash is Framework that holds the panes of glass in a window.<br /> Tread is The horizontal part of a stair upon which you step.<br />';
questions[146]='Scaffolding is~a tubular steel structure assembled on site which provides a working platform for tradesmen.~timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.~a horizontal member dividing window or door frame units at the top of the frame.~the distance from the front boundary to the front of the home.~the preliminary stage of installation of plumbing, wiring etc.~A~1~1~ Roughing in is The preliminary stage of installation of plumbing, wiring etc.<br /> Scaffolding is A tubular steel structure assembled on site which provides a working platform for tradesmen.<br /> Seasoned Timber is Timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.<br /> Set back is The distance from the front boundary to the front of the home.<br /> Transom is A horizontal member dividing window or door frame units at the top of the frame.<br />';
questions[147]='Scale is~the relationship of the size of a drawing to the size of the actual object~used to position set out pegs to show concretors the precise position of the home.~a panel or section used to fill in an area or space between structural sections.~a suitable proportioned plastic mixture of sand, cement and/or lime, or proprietry plasticiser and water.~is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.~A~1~1~ House peg out survey is used to position set out pegs to show concretors the precise position of the home.<br /> Infill panel is A panel or section used to fill in an area or space between structural sections.<br /> Mortar is A suitable proportioned plastic mixture of sand, cement and/or lime, or proprietry plasticiser and water.<br /> Scale is The relationship of the size of a drawing to the size of the actual object<br /> Stormwater Management System is is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.<br />';
questions[148]='Seasoned Timber is~timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.~treatments to the underside of the slab, the perimeter of the slab and to the timber frame to prevent termites.~a restriction on the title that grants vehicular access for adjoining properties over your land.~an intermediate platform between two flights of stairs.~railing fixed from stair treads, landing, balcony or bridge.~A~1~1~ Balustrade is Railing fixed from stair treads, landing, balcony or bridge.<br /> Landing is An intermediate platform between two flights of stairs.<br /> Pest Treatment is Treatments to the underside of the slab, the perimeter of the slab and to the timber frame to prevent termites.<br /> Right of Way is A restriction on the title that grants vehicular access for adjoining properties over your land.<br /> Seasoned Timber is Timber dried to a stable moisture content prior to use.<br />';
questions[149]='Section is~elevation view through a cut away.~a mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.~the highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.~continuous band of decorative panelling under the edge of a verandah or decorative panel around the top of the wall.~the glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.~A~1~1~ Frieze is Continuous band of decorative panelling under the edge of a verandah or decorative panel around the top of the wall.<br /> Glazing is The glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.<br /> Plaster is A mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.<br /> Ridge is The highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.<br /> Section is Elevation view through a cut away.<br />';
questions[150]='Sediment Control Barrier is~a barrier placed around the boundary of the land on the low side to prevent silt or soil washing from the land.~an acronym which stands for  Building over sewer.~narrow and horizontal timber or customwood strips around the bottom of internal wall where it joins the floor.~the sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.~a wall framing member used over a door or window opening.~A~1~1~ B.O.S. is An acronym which stands for  Building over sewer.<br /> Header is A wall framing member used over a door or window opening.<br /> Hip roof is The sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.<br /> Sediment Control Barrier is A barrier placed around the boundary of the land on the low side to prevent silt or soil washing from the land.<br /> Skirting is Narrow and horizontal timber or customwood strips around the bottom of internal wall where it joins the floor.<br />';
questions[151]='Septic system is~a sullage disposal system.~a mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.~metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.~framework that holds the panes of glass in a window.~a device designed to prevent electrocution and some fires.~A~1~1~ Earth leakage safety switch is A device designed to prevent electrocution and some fires.<br /> Plaster is A mixture of lime or cement and sand used to cover walls or ceilings.<br /> Roller door is Metal garage door that roll up on a drum, manually activated or motor driven.<br /> Sash is Framework that holds the panes of glass in a window.<br /> Septic system is A sullage disposal system.<br />';
questions[152]='Set back is~the distance from the front boundary to the front of the home.~a concrete construction in either strip or pad form or integrated into the design of a concrete slab.~a tubular steel structure assembled on site which provides a working platform for tradesmen.~the underside of eaves.~the vertical sides of the door opening.~A~1~1~ Door jambs is The vertical sides of the door opening.<br /> Footing is A concrete construction in either strip or pad form or integrated into the design of a concrete slab.<br /> Scaffolding is A tubular steel structure assembled on site which provides a working platform for tradesmen.<br /> Set back is The distance from the front boundary to the front of the home.<br /> Soffit is The underside of eaves.<br />';
questions[153]='Shadow Diagram is~a diagramatic representation of the shadowing effect on adjoining properties by the proposed new home.~the bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.~a reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.~an authority to commence construction.~an intermediate platform between two flights of stairs.~A~1~1~ A.C.C is an authority to commence construction.<br /> Landing is An intermediate platform between two flights of stairs.<br /> Newel is The bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.<br /> Shadow Diagram is A diagramatic representation of the shadowing effect on adjoining properties by the proposed new home.<br /> Terracotta is A reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.<br />';
questions[154]='Sill is~the lower horizontal portion of a window or door.~a plasterboard wall and ceiling lining sheets.~generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".~a structural frame made up wholly of members in tension or compression lying in the same plane.~a window usually timber hinged at the top. The bottom moves out on spiral screw.~A~1~1~ Awning window is A window usually timber hinged at the top. The bottom moves out on spiral screw.<br /> Prime Cost Items) is Generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".<br /> Plasterboard is A plasterboard wall and ceiling lining sheets.<br /> Sill is The lower horizontal portion of a window or door.<br /> Truss is A structural frame made up wholly of members in tension or compression lying in the same plane.<br />';
questions[155]='Site is~the block of land on which the home is to be built.~the bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.~the plans submitted to be approved by the Local Council.~a black and yellow striped warning over existing aerial powerlines for the protection of workers on a building site.~the horizontal distance between two supports of a beam bridge or other structural element.~A~1~1~ Development Application is The plans submitted to be approved by the Local Council.<br /> Newel is The bottom or top post of a stair balustrade.<br /> Site is The block of land on which the home is to be built.<br /> Span is The horizontal distance between two supports of a beam bridge or other structural element.<br /> Tiger Tail is a black and yellow striped warning over existing aerial powerlines for the protection of workers on a building site.<br />';
questions[156]='Site Analysis is~site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.~a sullage disposal system.~the relationship of the size of a drawing to the size of the actual object~made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.~decorative strips of wood used to conceal joints.~A~1~1~ Laminated timber is Made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.<br /> Moulding is Decorative strips of wood used to conceal joints.<br /> Scale is The relationship of the size of a drawing to the size of the actual object<br /> Septic system is A sullage disposal system.<br /> Site Analysis is Site analysis examines and records the existing characteristics of the site.<br />';
questions[157]='Site cost is~an expense that arises from placing a chosen home on your land and the cost of connecting to services.~a document detailing the suitablility of the surface soil and the substarts for building~the filling of joints in brickwork or masonry.~an overlapping timber, glass or metal blades built into an adjustable frame or opening to ventilate, or control light penetration.~document issued by the Land Titles Office that confirms the registered owner of the land.~A~1~1~ Certificate of Title is Document issued by the Land Titles Office that confirms the registered owner of the land.<br /> Geotechnical Report is a document detailing the suitablility of the surface soil and the substarts for building<br /> Louvre is an overlapping timber, glass or metal blades built into an adjustable frame or opening to ventilate, or control light penetration.<br /> Pointing is The filling of joints in brickwork or masonry.<br /> Site cost is an expense that arises from placing a chosen home on your land and the cost of connecting to services.<br />';
questions[158]='Site coverage is~the percentage of the site covered by the new home.~timber strips on face of all around windows and doors.~mouldings fixed to the junctions of walls and ceilings.~a joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.~timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.~A~1~1~ Architrave is Timber strips on face of all around windows and doors.<br /> Construction joint is A joint provided in structure to allow for movement in the structure due to expansion and contraction.<br /> Cornice is Mouldings fixed to the junctions of walls and ceilings.<br /> Fascia is Timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.<br /> Site coverage is The percentage of the site covered by the new home.<br />';
questions[159]='Site inspection is~carried out on your new building site to assess the all characteristics that are to be assessed in preparing a quotation.~made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.~provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.~timber plate at the top of a wall frame.~gravel or rocks that are used in concrete~A~1~1~ Aggregate is Gravel or rocks that are used in concrete<br /> Laminated timber is Made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.<br /> Notice of Practical Completion is Provided by the builder to client to indicate that in the builders view contracted works are now completed.<br /> Site inspection is Carried out on your new building site to assess the all characteristics that are to be assessed in preparing a quotation.<br /> Top plate is Timber plate at the top of a wall frame.<br />';
questions[160]='Skillion is~a roof sloping in one direction only with rafters pitching from, or leaning against the wall.~one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.~a device designed to prevent electrocution and some fires.~an upright supporting member of a timber wall frame to which wall covering (plasterboard) are fixed.~the vertical surface of a stair between two treads.~A~1~1~ Earth leakage safety switch is A device designed to prevent electrocution and some fires.<br /> Riser is The vertical surface of a stair between two treads.<br /> Skillion roof is one which slopes on one direction only, without a ridge or peak.<br /> Skillion is A roof sloping in one direction only with rafters pitching from, or leaning against the wall.<br /> Stud is An upright supporting member of a timber wall frame to which wall covering (plasterboard) are fixed.<br />';
questions[161]='Skirting is~narrow and horizontal timber or customwood strips around the bottom of internal wall where it joins the floor.~continuous band of decorative panelling under the edge of a verandah or decorative panel around the top of the wall.~internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.~the upper enclosing element of a building or area which gives protection to the covered space from the external environment.~a single leaf non-load bearing wall of brickwork, tied to a load-bearing structure.~A~1~1~ Brick veneer construction is a single leaf non-load bearing wall of brickwork, tied to a load-bearing structure.<br /> Frieze is Continuous band of decorative panelling under the edge of a verandah or decorative panel around the top of the wall.<br /> Roof is The upper enclosing element of a building or area which gives protection to the covered space from the external environment.<br /> Skirting is Narrow and horizontal timber or customwood strips around the bottom of internal wall where it joins the floor.<br /> Washable paint is Internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.<br />';
questions[162]='Slab is~a flat concrete foundation that rests directly onto the ground, sometimes called slab-on-ground.~a preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.~gypsum plaster cast in sheets, which is reinforced with sisal or fibreglass fibres.~a reinforced concrete slab poured inside a perimeter wall of brick work.~insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.~A~1~1~ Construction insurance premium is Insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.<br /> Eaves gutter is A preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.<br /> Fibrous plaster is Gypsum plaster cast in sheets, which is reinforced with sisal or fibreglass fibres.<br /> Infill Slab is A reinforced concrete slab poured inside a perimeter wall of brick work.<br /> Slab is A flat concrete foundation that rests directly onto the ground, sometimes called slab-on-ground.<br />';
questions[163]='Slab in brick work is~a flooring system where by before the concrete slab is poured a perimeter wall of brick work is constructed.~machine-made, unglazed tile often used for floors.~the vertical sides of the door opening.~an alteration to standard design or specification. Generally not accepted by the builder after Building Agreement signed.~vertical and even, 90 degrees to level.~A~1~1~ Door jambs is The vertical sides of the door opening.<br /> Plumb is Vertical and even, 90 degrees to level.<br /> Quarry Tile is Machine-made, unglazed tile often used for floors.<br /> Slab in brick work is A flooring system where by before the concrete slab is poured a perimeter wall of brick work is constructed.<br /> Variation is An alteration to standard design or specification. Generally not accepted by the builder after Building Agreement signed.<br />';
questions[164]='Soil classification is~a system to gauge reactivity of soil.~the block of land on which the home is to be built.~a wide timber piece or more recently metal piece at the end of the gable to screen off ends of tiles, batterns etc.~a free standing vertical load bearing member usually stone, brick, aluminium or another compound.~a survey to confirm that the home is positioned on site as per the approved plans.~A~1~1~ Bargeboard is A wide timber piece or more recently metal piece at the end of the gable to screen off ends of tiles, batterns etc.<br /> Check Survey is A survey to confirm that the home is positioned on site as per the approved plans.<br /> Column is A free standing vertical load bearing member usually stone, brick, aluminium or another compound.<br /> Site is The block of land on which the home is to be built.<br /> Soil classification is A system to gauge reactivity of soil.<br />';
questions[165]='Soffit is~the underside of eaves.~a survey of the building site that identifies the amount of rise/fall represented by lines of equal level.~the space between the brick skin and the timber frame in a brick veneer wall.~one which is pyramidal in shape with sloping surfaces and level eaves all round.~decorative finish at the top of the gable.~A~1~1~ Cavity is The space between the brick skin and the timber frame in a brick veneer wall.<br /> Contour Survey is A survey of the building site that identifies the amount of rise/fall represented by lines of equal level.<br /> Finial is Decorative finish at the top of the gable.<br /> Hip(ped) roof is one which is pyramidal in shape with sloping surfaces and level eaves all round.<br /> Soffit is The underside of eaves.<br />';
questions[166]='Span is~the horizontal distance between two supports of a beam bridge or other structural element.~evidence furnished by the client to the builder that sufficient funds exist to pay the contract sum.~a panel or section used to fill in an area or space between structural sections.~a roof sloping in one direction only with rafters pitching from, or leaning against the wall.~the glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.~A~1~1~ Glazing is The glass element of a window, door, sidelite OR the surface finish of roof tiles and bathroom tiles.<br /> Infill panel is A panel or section used to fill in an area or space between structural sections.<br /> Proof of Funds is Evidence furnished by the client to the builder that sufficient funds exist to pay the contract sum.<br /> Skillion is A roof sloping in one direction only with rafters pitching from, or leaning against the wall.<br /> Span is The horizontal distance between two supports of a beam bridge or other structural element.<br />';
questions[167]='Stormwater Management System is~designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.~a window where two sashes fill the opening, and both are vertically sliding.~narrow and horizontal timber or customwood strips around the bottom of internal wall where it joins the floor.~a survey to confirm that the home is positioned on site as per the approved plans.~a sub-floor structural timber member which supports the floor joists.~A~1~1~ Bearer is A sub-floor structural timber member which supports the floor joists.<br /> Check Survey is A survey to confirm that the home is positioned on site as per the approved plans.<br /> Double Hung window is A window where two sashes fill the opening, and both are vertically sliding.<br /> Skirting is Narrow and horizontal timber or customwood strips around the bottom of internal wall where it joins the floor.<br /> Stormwater Management System is is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.<br />';
questions[168]='Stringer is~the two pieces of timber between which the stairs are set.~insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.~a metal gutter built into the roof valley to carry water to the eaves guttering.~a material used to improve the thermal or acoustic efficiency of a building.~the internal sill finish of a window, or the leading edge of a stair thread.~A~1~1~ Construction insurance premium is Insurance taken out by the builder to insure against theft, damage, fire, public risk etc.<br /> Insulation is A material used to improve the thermal or acoustic efficiency of a building.<br /> Nosing is The internal sill finish of a window, or the leading edge of a stair thread.<br /> Stringer is The two pieces of timber between which the stairs are set.<br /> Valley gutter is A metal gutter built into the roof valley to carry water to the eaves guttering.<br />';
questions[169]='Stud is~an upright supporting member of a timber wall frame to which wall covering (plasterboard) are fixed.~the vertical end, generally triangular of a roof above the eaves line.~an allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.~the top or overhead portion of a room or building.~vertical and even, 90 degrees to level.~A~1~1~ Area allowance is An allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.<br /> Ceiling is The top or overhead portion of a room or building.<br /> Gable end is The vertical end, generally triangular of a roof above the eaves line.<br /> Plumb is Vertical and even, 90 degrees to level.<br /> Stud is An upright supporting member of a timber wall frame to which wall covering (plasterboard) are fixed.<br />';
questions[170]='Sub-floor is~the open space below an elevated floor.~decorative finish at the top of the gable.~a horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.~the shelf above a fireplace.~made of clay and fired in a kiln.~A~1~1~ Bricks is Made of clay and fired in a kiln.<br /> Finial is Decorative finish at the top of the gable.<br /> Mantle is The shelf above a fireplace.<br /> Nogging is A horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.<br /> Sub-floor is The open space below an elevated floor.<br />';
questions[171]='Terracotta is~a reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.~restrictions placed on the title of the land which prevent the owner from doing certain things.~a long covered porch.~a horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.~a device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.~A~1~1~ Ducted exhaust fan is A device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.<br /> Nogging is A horizontal timber strut fixed between studs or joists in framed construction to provide stiffening.<br /> Restrictive covenant is Restrictions placed on the title of the land which prevent the owner from doing certain things.<br /> Terracotta is A reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.<br /> Verandah is A long covered porch.<br />';
questions[172]='Tiger Tail is~a black and yellow striped warning over existing aerial powerlines for the protection of workers on a building site.~an access opening in a ceiling, etc, to allow inspection of the roof structure, floor structure, plumbing or electrical wiring.~an allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.~the vertical surface of a stair between two treads.~the percentage of the site covered by the new home.~A~1~1~ Area allowance is An allowance charged to cover the additional costs involved in building in distant or difficult to access areas.<br /> Manhole is An access opening in a ceiling, etc, to allow inspection of the roof structure, floor structure, plumbing or electrical wiring.<br /> Riser is The vertical surface of a stair between two treads.<br /> Site coverage is The percentage of the site covered by the new home.<br /> Tiger Tail is a black and yellow striped warning over existing aerial powerlines for the protection of workers on a building site.<br />';
questions[173]='Tilt-a-door is~usually timber on metal frame that tilts up in one piece to permit passage.~generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".~the horizontal distance between two supports of a beam bridge or other structural element.~a concrete floor slab designed with integrated edge and internal beams to support the full load of the structure above.~the structural member that supports the ceiling lining and ties the roof to the rest of the structure at wall plate level.~A~1~1~ Ceiling Joist is The structural member that supports the ceiling lining and ties the roof to the rest of the structure at wall plate level.<br /> Prime Cost Items) is Generally items like baths, toilets, stoves etc. and "white goods".<br /> Raft slab is A concrete floor slab designed with integrated edge and internal beams to support the full load of the structure above.<br /> Span is The horizontal distance between two supports of a beam bridge or other structural element.<br /> Tilt-a-door is Usually timber on metal frame that tilts up in one piece to permit passage.<br />';
questions[174]='Top plate is~timber plate at the top of a wall frame.~one of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.~is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.~a wall finish where cement mixture is plastered onto a wall surface. May be smooth or patterned.~a pit designed to slow down the flow of stormwater from private property into the public drainage system.~A~1~1~ Baluster is One of the vertical pieces of a stair or porch railing.<br /> Cement render is A wall finish where cement mixture is plastered onto a wall surface. May be smooth or patterned.<br /> Detention pit is A pit designed to slow down the flow of stormwater from private property into the public drainage system.<br /> Stormwater Management System is is designed for the collection and controlled distribution of roof and surface water on a building site.<br /> Top plate is Timber plate at the top of a wall frame.<br />';
questions[175]='Transom is~a horizontal member dividing window or door frame units at the top of the frame.~decorative strips of wood used to conceal joints.~projecting triangular gable over an entrance, door or window or forming the gable end of a roof.~a device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.~document issued by the Land Titles Office that confirms the registered owner of the land.~A~1~1~ Certificate of Title is Document issued by the Land Titles Office that confirms the registered owner of the land.<br /> Ducted exhaust fan is A device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.<br /> Moulding is Decorative strips of wood used to conceal joints.<br /> Pediment is Projecting triangular gable over an entrance, door or window or forming the gable end of a roof.<br /> Transom is A horizontal member dividing window or door frame units at the top of the frame.<br />';
questions[176]='Transom light is~a sash or light above a door or window, usually fixed.~an acronym which stands for  Building over sewer.~the joint filling material used in wall and floor tiling.~timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.~the highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.~A~1~1~ B.O.S. is An acronym which stands for  Building over sewer.<br /> Fascia is Timber board to which the gutter is fitted metal or timber edge capping of the roof to which the rain water gutter is fixed.<br /> Grout is The joint filling material used in wall and floor tiling.<br /> Ridge is The highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.<br /> Transom light is A sash or light above a door or window, usually fixed.<br />';
questions[177]='Tread is~the horizontal part of a stair upon which you step.~a door consisting of a number of hinged leafs folding to one or both sides of a door opening.~where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.~trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.~door with sunken raised panels on its faces.~A~1~1~ Bi-fold doors is A door consisting of a number of hinged leafs folding to one or both sides of a door opening.<br /> Panelled door is Door with sunken raised panels on its faces.<br /> Panel lift doors is Trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.<br /> Raked Ceiling is Where the ceiling line follows the line of the roof timbers also referred to as a Cathedral Ceiling.<br /> Tread is The horizontal part of a stair upon which you step.<br />';
questions[178]='Truss is~a structural frame made up wholly of members in tension or compression lying in the same plane.~the relationship of the size of a drawing to the size of the actual object~used to provide a level area on a sloping site.~a set of national requirements for the use in the design, construction, alteration or demolition of buildings.~a restriction on the title that grants vehicular access for adjoining properties over your land.~A~1~1~ Building Code of Australia is A set of national requirements for the use in the design, construction, alteration or demolition of buildings.<br /> Cut and fill is Used to provide a level area on a sloping site.<br /> Right of Way is A restriction on the title that grants vehicular access for adjoining properties over your land.<br /> Scale is The relationship of the size of a drawing to the size of the actual object<br /> Truss is A structural frame made up wholly of members in tension or compression lying in the same plane.<br />';
questions[179]='Valley gutter is~a metal gutter built into the roof valley to carry water to the eaves guttering.~all forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.~a beam spanning between walls or other supports which carries the ceiling below it, but not the floor above.~internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.~a preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.~A~1~1~ Eaves gutter is A preformed trough fixed to the fascia board or the face of rafters.<br /> Ceiling Joist is A beam spanning between walls or other supports which carries the ceiling below it, but not the floor above.<br /> Valley gutter is A metal gutter built into the roof valley to carry water to the eaves guttering.<br /> Washable paint is Internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.<br /> Wind load is All forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.<br />';
questions[180]='Variation is~an alteration to standard design or specification. Generally not accepted by the builder after Building Agreement signed.~a panel or section used to fill in an area or space between structural sections.~a semicircular transom window over a door or window.~a restriction on the title that grants vehicular access for adjoining properties over your land.~a balustraded platform with access from an upper floor level.~A~1~1~ Balcony is A balustraded platform with access from an upper floor level.<br /> Fanlight is A semicircular transom window over a door or window.<br /> Infill panel is A panel or section used to fill in an area or space between structural sections.<br /> Right of Way is A restriction on the title that grants vehicular access for adjoining properties over your land.<br /> Variation is An alteration to standard design or specification. Generally not accepted by the builder after Building Agreement signed.<br />';
questions[181]='Vault is~a space with an arched ceiling.~a wide timber piece or more recently metal piece at the end of the gable to screen off ends of tiles, batterns etc.~projecting triangular gable over an entrance, door or window or forming the gable end of a roof.~a device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.~an engineered slab design featuring a grid of internal beams created around polystyrene pod formers.~A~1~1~ Bargeboard is A wide timber piece or more recently metal piece at the end of the gable to screen off ends of tiles, batterns etc.<br /> Ducted exhaust fan is A device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.<br /> Pediment is Projecting triangular gable over an entrance, door or window or forming the gable end of a roof.<br /> Vault is A space with an arched ceiling.<br /> Waffle pod slab is An engineered slab design featuring a grid of internal beams created around polystyrene pod formers.<br />';
questions[182]='Verandah is~a long covered porch.~a strip of impervious material dressed or fitted to cover a joint or cavity where water would otherwise penetrate.~a sub-floor structural timber member which supports the floor joists.~used to position set out pegs to show concretors the precise position of the home.~a black and yellow striped warning over existing aerial powerlines for the protection of workers on a building site.~A~1~1~ Bearer is A sub-floor structural timber member which supports the floor joists.<br /> Flashing is A strip of impervious material dressed or fitted to cover a joint or cavity where water would otherwise penetrate.<br /> House peg out survey is used to position set out pegs to show concretors the precise position of the home.<br /> Tiger Tail is a black and yellow striped warning over existing aerial powerlines for the protection of workers on a building site.<br /> Verandah is A long covered porch.<br />';
questions[183]='Waffle pod slab is~an engineered slab design featuring a grid of internal beams created around polystyrene pod formers.~one which is pyramidal in shape with sloping surfaces and level eaves all round.~a diagramatic representation of the shadowing effect on adjoining properties by the proposed new home.~the sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.~projecting triangular gable over an entrance, door or window or forming the gable end of a roof.~A~1~1~ Hip roof is The sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.<br /> Pediment is Projecting triangular gable over an entrance, door or window or forming the gable end of a roof.<br /> Hip(ped) roof is one which is pyramidal in shape with sloping surfaces and level eaves all round.<br /> Shadow Diagram is A diagramatic representation of the shadowing effect on adjoining properties by the proposed new home.<br /> Waffle pod slab is An engineered slab design featuring a grid of internal beams created around polystyrene pod formers.<br />';
questions[184]='Washable paint is~internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.~the angle of a sloping roof, usually expressed in degrees eg. 22 degree pitch.~a glazed panel positioned above a standard window or front entry unit.~made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.~a plan which shows the exact bearings and dimensions of the block of land and any easements on it.~A~1~1~ Deposited Plan  is A plan which shows the exact bearings and dimensions of the block of land and any easements on it.<br /> Highlight is A glazed panel positioned above a standard window or front entry unit.<br /> Laminated timber is Made from several timber sections glued together to increase its strength or to create a multi-grain effect in benchtops etc.<br /> Pitch is The angle of a sloping roof, usually expressed in degrees eg. 22 degree pitch.<br /> Washable paint is Internal wall paint that can be lightly washed to remove grime and finger marks.<br />';
questions[185]='Weephole is~a formed opening in a masonry wall to permit the drainage of any accumulated water.~a device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.~the highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.~a diagramatic representation of the shadowing effect on adjoining properties by the proposed new home.~the inside of a door frame.~A~1~1~ Ducted exhaust fan is A device connected to ducts that will direct kitchen and/or bathroom fumes to the outside of the home.<br /> Jamb is The inside of a door frame.<br /> Ridge is The highest edge of a roof, usually horizontal.<br /> Shadow Diagram is A diagramatic representation of the shadowing effect on adjoining properties by the proposed new home.<br /> Weephole is A formed opening in a masonry wall to permit the drainage of any accumulated water.<br />';
questions[186]='Wind load is~all forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.~the sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.~a reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.~a flat concrete foundation that rests directly onto the ground, sometimes called slab-on-ground.~a system to gauge reactivity of soil.~A~1~1~ Hip roof is The sloping end of a roof where the ridge line splits and terminates on the external corner.<br /> Slab is A flat concrete foundation that rests directly onto the ground, sometimes called slab-on-ground.<br /> Soil classification is A system to gauge reactivity of soil.<br /> Terracotta is A reddish-brown, fired clay often used to make flowerpots, flooring tiles, roof tiles and other decorative ornaments.<br /> Wind load is All forces on a building or structure caused by or imputed due to wind pressure.<br />';
questions[187]='Zone of influence is~a term used to describe the area adjacent to sewer pipes or stormwater lines.~trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.~a device designed to prevent electrocution and some fires.~narrow and horizontal timber or customwood strips around the bottom of internal wall where it joins the floor.~the joint filling material used in wall and floor tiling.~A~1~1~ Earth leakage safety switch is A device designed to prevent electrocution and some fires.<br /> Grout is The joint filling material used in wall and floor tiling.<br /> Panel lift doors is Trade name for sectional lift panel garage doors. Doors roll up in 4-5 sections.<br /> Skirting is Narrow and horizontal timber or customwood strips around the bottom of internal wall where it joins the floor.<br /> Zone of influence is A term used to describe the area adjacent to sewer pipes or stormwater lines.<br />';