Trivia
Here is a little bit of trivia…for the inside and out.
For what it’s worth………
Outside Trivia
The Crane
When tall buildings are under construction, cranes are used in the building process.
From the outside, it appears as though the height of the crane increases in height with the structure. However, inside, the height of the crane itself remains the same from start to finish.
Steel components make up the tower of the crane. They are secured to a concrete base. The base and tower of the crane are typically situated where the elevator shaft of the building is located.
A cabin for the operator of the crane is added to the top of the steel tower. Also added is a triangular shaped unit to support the arms of the crane.
The concrete walls of the shaft for the elevator are built in stages around the crane.
When several floors of the structure are constructed, hydraulic jacks move the crane up to a new position. The tower of the crane remains at its original height. The base of the crane is supported on steel beams that are tightly fitted into ledges created in the shaft when the concrete is poured. The same process continues until the structure reaches its full height and is complete.
When it is time to take down the crane it is taken apart piece by piece.
The outstretched arms are disassembled first.
All the pieces are lowered to the ground through various methods.
It all depends on the height of the building.
One method is by a crane located on a truck on the ground.
Another method is through a lift system attached to the outside of the building.
For extremely high structures, a helicopter transports the pieces from the top to the ground.
Arches
Masonry arches are a popular architectural feature on both old and new buildings.
They are as distinct as they are interesting.
Open or closed, each style has a name.
Examples of Roman and Gothic are shown below.
"Roman"
To view an illustration of the different types of
masonry arches, click on the heading below.
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The Different Arch Styles
"Gothic"
Mullions & Muntins
Mullions and Muntins are the terms used to describe the fames on windows and glass doors.
Mullions are the framing members supporting the glass panel. Typically, mullions are 2 or 4 inches wide.
Muntins are the thin strips separating panes of glass in a panel. Traditionally, thin wood frames actually support individual panes. Often with aluminum or vinyl construction the strips are fixed onto both sides of a single glass panel to give the impression of individual panes.
Inside Trivia
Wood Grain Trivia
On quality furniture or millwork the wood grain on vertical surfaces runs vertically.
This is typical on the sides or front of cabinets, on wood doors or on wood wall paneling.
In theory it imitates the growth direction of a tree.
When working with wood grains, whether solid, veneer or plastic laminate, build like a professional. Ensure the grain direction on vertical surfaces is vertical.
The Range
Most electric ranges (the one which sits next to your kitchen counter) have their own set of fuses.
Typically they are located under a flip up top, on the back panel where the dials are located.
A legend describing the purpose for each fuse is usually found under the panel.
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