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(pronounced ihk-SPAN-tchehn A-tihk)

The space in the topmost part of a home normally used for storage but that is either finished out as living space or is suitable for conversion into habitable space.

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(pronounced ihk-SPAN-tchehn joynt)

Similar in idea to control joints in that their purpose is to allow structural movement with minimal or no damage, expansion joints actually contain flexible materials. Structures expand and contract due

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(pronounced ik-SPOHZD A-grih-geht) Although it might sound a little risqué, exposed aggregate is actually a concrete mix used for landscaping applications such as patios, plazas, pool decks, driveways, and sidewalks. There are two installation methods: 1) the concrete is

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(pronounced ik-SPOHZD STRUK-chur)

“Oh, I feel so exposed!” That’s what many ceilings are exclaiming these days, and not just in urban lofts, creative corporate offices, and hip-n-trendy restaurants. Why cover up the original woodwork or

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(pronounced ihk-SPUNJ)

This strong, harsh word reminds us of both the words “sponge” and “plunger,” which, in a round about, rather disgusting way that we do not need to get into,