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hydrostatic pressure

Construction; Flooring

Pressure which forces water up through a below-grade slab, generally causing installation problems due to moisture. This occurs when the water table is higher than the slab. ...

humidity

Construction; Flooring

The amount of water vapor in the air. See Relative Humidity.

hydration

Construction; Flooring

The chemical reaction between water and Portland cement, which causes the concrete to attain its ultimate compressive strength.

ultraviolet

Construction; Flooring

Light rays that are outside the visible spectrum at its violet end. These rays have a chemical effect upon the dried film of finishing materials. Ultraviolet light is commonly ...

ultra high-speed buffer

Construction; Flooring

Usually a single-disc buffer that operates in the 1100 to 2000 plus rpm range. It allows for quick buffing and burnishing, thus reducing labor costs. It should be operated only by ...

undercoats

Construction; Flooring

Coats that are applied prior to the finishing or final coats.

tunneling

Construction; Flooring

When incomplete bonding causes releasing from the substrate and long areas of the flooring form tunnel-like deformities, usually over underlayment joints. Tunnels are normally ...