Keeper- The metal latch plate in a door
frame into which a doorknob plunger latches.
Keyless- A plastic or porcelain light fixture that operates by
a pull string. Generally found in the basement, crawl space , and
attic areas.
Keyway- A slot formed and poured on a footer or in a foundation
wall when another wall will be installed at the slot location. This
gives additional strength to the joint/meeting point.
Kilowatt (kw)- One thousand watts. A kilowatt hour is the base
unit used in measuring electrical consumption. Also see watt.
King stud- The vertical "2 X's" frame
lumber (left and right) of a window or door opening, and runs
continuously from the
bottom sole plate to the top plate.
Knot- In lumber, the portion of a branch or limb of a tree that
appears on the edge or face of the piece.
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