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Sash

The opening aluminium surrounded pane of a window which either has hinges at the side or bottom. Sliding doors or windows are called panels.

Scotia

A shaped timber mould installed at the join of walls and ceilings.

Septic Tank

Tank used to dispose of sewage when structure cannot be connected to a sewerage system.

Setback Line

See Building Line.

Setting Out

Using pegs to show the position of a structure on a site, ensuring to clear site boundaries or noted areas of concern.

Settlement

Movement of a structure after construction, usually caused by timber expansion and contraction due to temperature variables.

Site Plan

This is a birds-eye-view of the section, showing the position of the building and other relevant factors like waste water pipes and vehicle access.

Skirting

Timber trim fixed on a wall at its base where it joins the floor.

Soakpit

Pit of large stones such a scoria used to disperse surface water by gradual soakage into the soil.

Soffit

The lower face or underside of a roof’s eaves.

Specification

A written document containing the detail and inclusions of a building project. This will be complimentary to the contract and contract plans.

Stacker Doors

A Stacker Door has two or three panels that slide the same way behind a fixed panel, which means there are no intrusive panels to obstruct.

Stud

Vertical timber, forming part of a wall where cladding of lining will be fixed to.

Stud Height

The height of the wall framing a room. Note that this height will generally be greater than the height from floor coverings to ceiling.

Subcontractor

A tradesperson hired to do specific work such as roofing, plumbing, wiring or painting. The subcontractor takes instructions from, is paid by, and is responsible to the main contractor.

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