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ABS:Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene. Black plastic used in the manufacture of DWV (drain, waste, and vent) pipe.
ACRYLIC:A glassy thermoplastic vacuum-formed onto cast and molded shapes to form the surface of fiberglass bathtubs, whirlpools, shower bases, and shower stalls. Do not confuse with gelcoat.
ACTUATOR BUTTON:Located on left side of tank or in center of tank cover. Button is depressed to active flushing cycle.
ADA:Americans with Disabilities Act. A government criteria mandating how buildings must be constructed in order to serve the needs of disabled people.
ADJUSTABLE HOT LIMIT STOP:Restricts hot water output to protect against scalding by limiting the swing to the hot side.
AERATOR:Device for oxygenating water, filling the water flow with air bubbles. On kitchen faucets, it enables a faucet to provide different flows of water, from stream to spray.
AIR CHECK:A device that allows water, but not air, to pass through it. An air check is a typical component of a treatment system using a regenerant eductor.
AIR GAP:A device mounted at the back of a kitchen sink connecting to the drain line between a dishwasher and disposer to allow the dishwasher to discharge freely into the disposer while preventing contaminated water from siphoning back into the dishwasher.
AIR LOCK: Blockage in the flow of liquid, esp. on the suction side of a pump caused by an air bubble in the line.
AIR VOLUME CONTROL: Maintains the air charge in a standard water storage tank. Pre-charged tanks do not require an air volume control.
ALPHASAN: Used by American Standard ? The patented antimicrobial agent used in StayClean whirlpools that inhibits the growth of bacteria & fungi that cause odors & discoloration, as well as deterioration and decay of whirlpool plumbing.
AMERICAST: by American Standard ? Patented process that bonds a high-quality porcelain enamel surface with a high quality metaland a molded reinforcement material backing. A lighter, more durable alternative to cast iron.
ANGLE ADJUSTER: Hand controlled directional device controlling handshower flow direction.
ANGLE STOP: A shutoff valve between the water pipes and a faucet. Its inlet connects to the water supply pipe in a wall and its outlet 'angles' up 90 degrees toward the faucet, toilet, or bidet.
ANSI: American National Standards Act.
ANTI-MICROBIAL TOILET SEATS: Anti-microbial solid plastic toilet seats include an anti-microbial agent which is formed into the plastic. The germ-fighting properties of the agent continue to rise to the surface over time and inhibit bacteria and germ growth on the seat.
APRON: The front cover on some bathtubs between the floor and the top and the end walls.
APRON-FRONT: Apron-front sinks are designed with a stylish panel of color in front and are available in both tile-in and undercounter models.
AQUAMARINE GLASS: by Kohler - A watery blue glass color reminiscent of the ocean.
ARTIST EDITIONS: by Kohler - Collection of fixtures, faucet trim and accessories with decorated and textured surfaces. Kohler offers more than 20 different Artist Editions designs to inspire creativity in the bathroom or kitchen.
AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE: by Kohler - Kohler-certified repair technician to whom equipment repairs should be directed.
   
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BACKFLOW: When water traveling from one system backs into any part of the main distribution system, usually by siphoning.
BACK FLOW PREVENTER: A device to prevent backflow, esp. into a potable water supply. Required for sprinkler systems, handheld showers, pullout faucet spouts, kitchen sprayers, etc.
BACK PRESSURE: Pressure that resists the flow of fluid in a piping system.
BACK-TO-BACK CARTRIDGE: by American Standard - For use when you have two bathrooms showers back to back This cartridge keeps you from having to replumb your hot & cold lines supply lines in one of the showers (it internally has hot & cold reversed).
BACKWATER VALVE: Sewer line valve that prevents sewage from flowing back into the house.
BACKSPLASH: A raised integral portion of a wall mount sink or lavatory located at the rear to protect the wall.
BALLCOCK: The mechanism that controls the flow of water into a gravity-operated toilet tank. The ballcock is controlled by the float mechanism floating in the water in the tank. When the toilet is flushed, the float drops and opens the ballcock, allowing water to enter the tank and/or bowl. The float rises as the water level in the tank is restored, and shuts off the ballcock when the tank is completely filled. Also referred to as a float valve.
BALL JOINT: Spherical assembly allowing pivot rotations for showerheads.
BALL PASSAGE: Refers to the size of a ball that can pass through the trapway of a toilet. Standards are established based on minimum-sized ball passage. Ball passage also relates to trapway size. Generally speaking, the size of the trap will be 1/8 larger than the maximum-sized ball that can pass through it.
BARRIER-FREE A feature that provides better accessibility in the bathroom; barrier-free sinks craft an indentation on the front, allowing closer, easy access; barrier-free showers implement a low receptor lip for a smooth, easy transition in and out of the shower.
BASE FAUCET: Part of lavatory faucet that includes the spout, valve bodies, and drain assembly. Does not include handles, which are sold separately as part of the handle kit. For bath faucets, the base valve does not include the faceplate, handle, showerhead, or spout.
BASIN: A circular vessel with slopping or curving sides for holding water for washing.
BASIN RACK: A wire rack shaped to fit the bottom of a sink basin; used to dry or store items off the basin floor.
BASKET STRAINER: Basket shaped strainer with holes and a slot that fits the kitchen sink drain allowing water to run out while catching food or other solids. Can also be closed to fill the sink with water.
BATCH FEED: Type of garbage disposer in which garbage is fed into unit one load at a time, then activated by placing the stopper into the drain opening.
BATH / RIM MOUNT: Term used to describe a faucet mounted directly on an integral bathtub faucet ledge.
BATH WASTE: Remote control drain for tubs involving internal plugging mechanisms as opposed to a "pop-up" type drain. Also known as "trip lever drain".
BEDPAN CLOSET: Toilet-like fixture used for disposing of bedpan contents. Also known as a "clinic service sink" or "flushing rim sink".
BEDPAN WASHER: Faucet used in conjunction with a conventional toilet for washing bedpans. The most common types are "hose" and "swing down".
BEESWAX: by Kohler - Combines shades of gold with a "crackle" finish. It is a soft color the can make a statement or act as an accent.
BEVERAGE FAUCET: A curved faucet that dispenses clean, filtered drinking water, many times accompanying an entertainment sink.
BIDET: A plumbing fixture similar to a toilet bowl used for washing genitals and posterior areas of the body. It is floor mounted, ususally next to a toilet, and incorporates a washing basin, faucet and sprayer.
BISQUE: Unglazed areas of vitreous china fixtures, such as inside the tank or on the bottom of the bowl foot, have a bisque finish.
BLACK'N TAN: by Kohler - The new Black n Tan color by Kohler, available on select KOHLER Cast Iron undercounter kitchen sinks and bathroom lavatories, evokes a three-dimensional, glossy stone-like appearance. Created by a multifaceted, hot-dust enameling process that results in a smooth surface texture, this color is characterized by an individually unique, translucent spectrum of lighter and darker brown tones. Black n Tan undercounter kitchen sinks and bathroom lavatories complement understated, neutral hues as well as warm, vibrant color schemes.
BLANCOPRECISION SINKS: by Blanco - Truly handcrafted from a single panel of premium quality stainless steel, each sink features extraordinary fit and finish with zero radius bowls and a near seamless appearance.
BLOWOUT: A flushing design using a non-siphoning trapway at the rear of the bowl, and an integral flushing rim, relying entirely on high water volume.
BODY: Basic housing that allows you to build your faucet for specific applications.
BODY JET VALVES: For 8-Jet BodySpa, serviceable components used to manually select the desired Body Jet array(s).
BODY JETS: BodySpa serviceable components positioned vertically on the tower to provide full body hydro-massage effects.
BODYSPA: by Kohler - a personal hydro-massage system. Take a series of whirlpool jets, arrange them vertically in a shower-like enclosure, then instead of pushing water through water (as in a whirlpool), propel it through the air.
BODYSPRAY: Shower component used in conjunction with a showerhead to deliver flow of water. It is commonly used in multiples to create a custom showering space. Kohler offers three different fully adjustable bodyspray models which deliver a variety of sprays: full-flow, pulsating or soft-aerated.
BOWL: A water-containing receptor that receives liquid and solid body waste; two general bowl classifications are round-front and elongated.
BRAIDED HOSE: Flexible connecting hose.
BRILLIANCE: by Delta Faucet - Delta revolutionized the faucet industry with the introduction of its patented Brilliance? anti-tarnish finish. The first company to use Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) technology to create decorative finish options, Delta guarantees its Brilliance finishes for life to never tarnish, corrode or discolor.
BUBBLER: Drinking faucet with flow-regulated push-button self-closing valve. Also known as a "water fountain".
BUSHING: A pipe fitting threaded on the inside & out used to join two pipes of different sizes.
BYPASS DOOR: Type of shower door that consists of two or more panels running in parallel tracks.
BUTTERFLY VALVE: A serviceable valve that allows water to flow through it when open, and stops the water flow when closed.
   
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CARTRIDGE: Typically refers to a valve cartridge. It is a single-piece unit that replaces the use of separate seats, stems, and seals for water-flow control.
CASHMERE (COLOR): by Kohler - A warm and inviting color inspired by the earth. This organic look features a matte finish complemented by natural flecks of color.
CAST IRON: Metal which is formed by casting on molds to make some plumbing fixtures such as bathtubs, lavatories and sinks. The iron form is then coated with enamel. Also DWV sewer pipe. by Kohler - Material used to manufacture such plumbing fixtures as sinks, bathtubs and lavatories. Iron is formed by molding it while it is in a molten state. It is then coated with an enamel powder which contains pigments to provide fixture color and is fired at extremely high temperatures. This melts and fuses the enamel into a glass-like coating. Kohler Cast Iron will retain its beauty and durability for 50 years or more, making it truly a "once for a lifetime" purchase.
CEILING-MOUNT BATH FILLER A small, circular nozzle mounted directly above the bath, gracefully trickling water from the ceiling.
CELCON NUT: Connectors used to hand-tighten faucets to lavatory from underside of lavatory.
CENTERSET: A style of bathroom lavatory faucet having combined spout and handles. Handles are 4" from center of handle-to-handle. Also a single handle faucet installed on 4" center-to-center faucet holes.
CENTERSPREAD: Bathroom faucet which installs into fixture holes set 4" apart like a centerset faucet, but with the waterway between the two handles and the spout concealed below the lavatory deck.
CERAMIC CARTRIDGE: A self-contained cartridge housing two ceramic discs. Full-on / full-off with 1/4 turn of the handle.
CERAMIC TRIM: by Kohler - Refers to coordinating, decorative ceramic trim which may be added to faucet handles. Color-matched or patterned ceramic faucet trim, like that found in Kohler's Artist Edition collection, makes it easy to create a designer look in any bath or powder room.
CERAMIC VALVE: Single cartridge, washerless valving system which uses ceramic discs to control water flow. Considered the hardest, most reliable valving material in the industry.
CHECK STOP: Shut-off valve used with tub/shower faucets that is activated by turning a slotted stem with a screwdriver. Also known as a "screwdriver stop" or a "service stop".
CHECK VALVE: A type of backflow preventer installed in a pipe that allows water to flow in only one direction.
CHINA: A material made from a clay and water mixture, coated with liquid glaze and fired under extremely high temperature to form a hard, scratch and stain-resistant surface.
CHINA SINKS: That type of sinks is used exclusively in bathrooms area. They come in multiple colors. The advantage of china over cast iron is its ability to be molded into various shapes and you can use abrasive cleaners on it.
CHROMATHERAPY A system of directing light sequences on or around the body to promote relaxation.
CISTERN: An artifical reservoir for storing water. A toilet tank. This term is usually used in England. (Picture)
CLAY (COLOR): by Kohler - A warm and inviting color inspired by the earth. This organic look features a matte finish complemented by natural flecks of color.
CLOSE-COUPLED (TOILET): A modern style two-piece toilet which is configured of a separate tank and bowl. The tank is "coupled" "closely" (directly) to the bowl by bolts and a gasket. This term is to distinguish from old style low-tank toilets where the tank mounted on the wall, above and behind the bowl and was connected by a pipe called a flush ell.
CLOSET FLANGE: Component used to connect outlet of water closet to the drainage waste vent (DWV) system and to mount the fixture to the floor.
CLOSET RISER: Flexible supply tube with flat end used to make the final supply connection to ballcock (toilet fill valve).
CLOSET SEAT: Toilet seat. A rim placed over a toilet as a seating surface.
CLOSET TUBE: A water supply tube used for toilets.
COBALT GLASS (COLOR): by Kohler - A traditional blue glass color.
COCK: A faucet or valve for regulating the flow of water.
COCKHOLE COVER: A round cover-plate or disk installed on a sink to cover an unused faucet hole. Also known as "faucet hole cover".
COMMODE: An arcahic style of toilet. A box-like structure holding a chamber pot under an open seat. Sometimes slang for "toilet".
COMPOSITE: Composite sinks made from high-tech, high-strength, color- impregnated that resists shipping and scratching.
COMPRESSION FITTING: A kind of tubing or pipe connection where a nut and a sleeve or ferrule is placed over a copper or plastic tube and is compressed tightly around the tube as the nut is tightened forming a positive grip and seal without soldering.
COMPRESSION VALVE: Term used to describe a faucet valve in which the flow of water is shut off by means of a washer that is forced down onto its seat.
CONCEALED ARM CARRIER: Used to securely mount a wall mount lavatory. Unlike a hanger which only supports the lavatory where it meets the wall, the carrier has long arms onto which the lavatory slides.
CONCEALED TRAPWAY: This feature provides a clean transition at the back of the toilet base, hiding the trapway for aesthetic and cleanability purposes.
CONICAL SPONGE WASHER: Sealing washer on urinal between outlet connection at the wall and the china to make a watertight seal.
CONNECTING ROD: Also known as lift rod. The rod that causes the drain to close when lifted.
CONSOLE LAV: A table-like fixture with an integral lavatory. The back is fixed to a wall and the front is supported by consoles (brackets) or legs.
CONTEMPORARY (STYLE): by Kohler - Style of KOHLER product with modern appeal. Sharp design lines accent faucets and fixtures in unconventional shapes, sizes and colors.
CONTINUOUS FEED: Wall switch activated type of garbage disposer in which garbage is fed into the unit while running.
COPPER VERDE: by Kohler - A translucent green reminiscent of historically-made Hungarian folk art. Works well as an accent color in any natural setting. Features a "want to touch" it quality.
COUNTERTOP SINK: Style of lavatory which drops in or adapts to a cutout in the countertop.
COUPLING: Straight, sleeve-like fitting with female connections at both ends.
COVER: The top portion of a toilet seat. Also the top lid on a toilet's tank.
CWT: Copper Water Tube
CYCLE TIME: The time it takes from the instant a toilet flush lever is actuated until the instant the water supply shuts off, completing the flush cycle.
   
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DAM: The barrier built into the trapway of a toilet that controls the water level in the toilet bowl.
D-BOWL: A sink in which the basin is curved on one end and straight on the other, forming a "D" shape; these sinks are designed to accommodate the natural motion of one's arm movement when working in the sink.
DECK-MOUNT FAUCET: Term used to describe a faucet that is mounted on the deck of the bathtub enclosure, rather than on the rim of the bathtub or on the wall. Also known as a Roman spout faucet, or Roman Tub faucet.
DIAL PLATE: Trim piece found behind a single-control wall-mount faucet handle. Also known as a face plate.
DISPOSAL BASIN: Basin of sink which contains drain to garbage disposal. Kohler's deep disposal basins result in less splashing.
DIVERTER: Valves which direct water to various outlets. They are used in showers, tub & shower combinations, bidets, Roman tub fillers and kitchen faucet sprayers.
DIVERTER VALVE: Valve which redirects flow of water to another application within a plumbing system. It is commonly used for diverting water from the tub faucet to a showerhead.
DOUBLE EQUAL: A two-basin sink in which both basins are of equal size and shape.
DOUBLE SINK (DOUBLE BASIN): Sink which offers two separate basins.
DOUBLE THRESHOLD: A shower base used in a corner application where one threshold is used as an entrance and the other has a glass wall.
DRAIN: Any pipe which carries off water or water-born wastes in a plumbing drainage system.
DRAIN BODY: The portion of a drain fitting which receives the stopper.
DRAIN LEVER: A lever assembly secured to a drain body to lift a stopper and allow water to leave a basin. Also known as ball lever.
DRAIN LINKAGE: An adjustable strap or bar forming a connection between the lift rod of a faucet and the ball lever assembly of the drain. Also known as connecting link.
DRAIN VALVE: Device designed to allow drainage of stored contents from a water heater.
DROP-IN SINK: Style of bathtub or whirlpool bath which includes an integral mounting rim as part of the overall structure.
DUOSTRAINER: Sink drain fitting consisting of a strainer body attached to the drain opening and a removable basket. Also called a strainer.
DWV: Drain, Waste and Vent. The pipes in a plumbing system that remove waste water.
   
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EARTHEN WHITE (COLOR): by Kohler - This cool-hued white has a surface appearance reminiscent of hand-crafted pottery. Its depth and translucence gives each piece a one-of-a-kind character and offers a refreshing option for self-expression in the kitchen and bathroom.
E-FLOW FAUCETS: by Delta Faucet - Delta introduced the industry?s first hands-free electronic faucet designed specifically for residential applications. Combining form and function with sleek design, the e-Flow? faucet features above-counter temperature control and convenient hands-free activation making it easy to use for children, the elderly and persons with physical challenges. The 30 second maximum flow time guards against water waste.
ELBOW: Angled fitting with female connections at both ends. Also known as an "ell".
ELKAY SATIN FINISH: by Elkay - Elkays original highlighted satin finish is produced by an abrasive grinding operation which lends a uniform pattern of satin finish lines to the metal surface. All exposed areas then undergo a series of progressive machine and hand polishing operations. It is this careful polishing that makes an Elkay satin luster finish so beautiful...and so easy to clean and maintain.
ELL: Short for elbow. A plumbing fitting used to change the direction of rigid pipe or tubing.
ELONGATED (BOWL): The optional shape of the front of some toilet bowls. About 2" longer than the standard "round front" bowl.
ENAMEL: Powder coating, usually a combination of clay, quartz, feldspar, silica and color pigments, applied to an iron casting. An opaque vitreous composition applied by fusion to the surface of metal fixtures such as cast iron tubs, lavs and sinks .
END DRAIN: The side of a tub where the drain is found. When facing a tub, if the drain is on the right, this is a Right-Hand tub. If on the left, it is a Left Hand tub. On whirlpools, the pump is located opposite the drain.
ENTERTAINMENT / PREPARATION SINK: A small sink that assists with food or drink preparation and cleanup; these sinks are available in a wide variety of styles, shapes, colors and materials.
ESCUTCHEON: A flange or shield beneath a faucet handle. This part covers the faucet stem and the hole in the fixture or wall.
EXTENSION TUBE: A straight section of tubing used to extend a drainage run.
   
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FACE PLATE: Trim piece found behind a single-control wall-mount faucet handle. Also known as a dial plate.
FAUCET: An exposed plumbing fitting used as a method of personal expression and to control the flow of water into a basin.
FAUCET DRILLING: Number of holes drilled in a fixture to accommodate a faucet and accessories.
FAUCET PUNCHING: Number of holes punched in a stainless steel fixture to accommodate a faucet and accessories.
FAUCET THREADS: Special thread size for fittings that connect to faucets.
FAUCET TRIM: All of the decorative parts to your faucet.
FEMALE FITTING: A fitting that receives a pipe or fitting. A fitting into which another fitting is inserted.
FEMALE THREADS: Faucet threads that are in place on the inside of a fitting.
FIP: Female Iron Pipe. Standard internal threads on pipe fittings.
FIBERGLASS: Glass in a fiberous form used in making the body of products such as boats and bathtubs.
FILTRATION RATE: The rate at which the water is traveling through the filter, measured as GPM (gallons per minute) per sq. ft
FIRECLAY: A variation of vitreous china having greater amounts of quartz and feldspar in the clay material beneath the vitreous surface. Fireclay is heavier (30%), denser, and thicker than regular clay. These properties insure smooth, flat surfaces on large fixtures which is not achievable with standard vitreous china.
FIRECLAY SINK: Mixture of clay and minerals, similar to vitreous china, which is molded, glazed and fired at intense temperatures.
FITTING: A broad based term usually referring to faucets, shower valves, and tub fillers. Also refers to various piping parts such as tees and elbows.
FIXTURE: A broad based term usually referring to sinks, tubs, toilets, basins, etc.
FIXTURE-MOUNT VACUUM BREAKER An anti-siphon device that prevents waste water from being drawn back into supply lines, potentially contaminating the water supply; a type of backflow prevention.
FIXTURE UNIT: An arbitrary unit assigned to different types of plumbing fixtures, and used to estimate flow rate requirements and drain capacity requirements.
FLANGE: A rib or rim for strength, for guiding or for attachment to another object.
FLAPPER Also known as flush ball, the flapper is the moving part of the flush valve that seals the water into the tank or allows water to exit the tank for the flush cycle. This is the predominant replacement part used on conventional toilets. Disc-like rubber composite that retains water in the tank. Upon flushing cycle lifts to release water out of tank to the bowl for a complete flushing cycle.
FLEX HOSE: A flexible pipe usually made of braided stainless steel.
FLEXIBLE STAINLESS STEEL SUPPLIES: The flexible tubing that hot and cold water lines utilize for easy connection between the faucet and water supply under the sink.
FLOAT BALL The floating ball is connected to the ballcock inside the tank, which rises or falls with changing water levels in the tank, and actuates or shuts off the ballcock as needed.
FLOOR DRAIN: Drainage fitting that sits flush with the floor, used in basements and showers.
FLOOR FLANGE: Cast iron, pvc (poly vinyl chloride), abs or metal ring located flush to floor and is connected to drain pipe which toilet is fastened to. Offset floor flange allows waste pipe to remain at existing rough but will move flange out approximately 2".
FLOW CONTROL VALVE: Device designed to reduce water flow to a plumbing fixture. Often used to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs. Also a check valve that prevents flow reversal when heater is turned off.
FLOW RATE: Rated in gallons per minute (GPM) or in gallons per hour (GPH).
FLUSHING SURFACE The interior surface of the bowl, as well as all other surfaces that may come into contact with the water during flushing.
FLUSHOMETER TANK SYSTEM A toilet flushing system that utilizes supply water pressure to compress water in order to provide a pressurized flush (versus a gravity flush).
FLUSH VALVE (TANK TYPE): Toilet flushing system that uses supply water pressure to compress water to provide a pressurized flush as opposed to gravity flush.
FLUSH VALVE (TANKLESS TYPE): Toilet valve that automatically shuts off after it meters a certain amount of water flow. Also known as a "flushometer".
FOUR-HOLE: Four-hole faucets are made up of a three-hole faucet with an added accessory such as a sidespray.
FREE-STANDING: Term used to describe a bathtub that is free of walls on all sides.
FRP Fiberglass reinforced plastics; FRP fixtures are lightweight and easy to install; a gelcoat finish retains the products true color.
   
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GATE DIVERTER: The pop-up lever on a tub faucet that activates the diverter valve.
GAUGE: Refers to thickness of stainless steel and is commonly used in reference to quality grades on certain types of lavatories and sinks. 18- and 20-gauge stainless steel sinks go through a number of polishing and buffing operations to ensure a beautiful finish.
GELCOAT: A colored, polyester resin material used to form the surface of some fiberglass bathubs or showers. Don't confuse with acrylic on fiberglass.
GLAZE A glossy, water-resistant, colored finish surface that protects all nonporous vitreous china plumbing fixtures.
GOOSENECK: Spout style characterized by a high arching spout.
GOOSENECK SPOUT: A curved, U-shaped spout; the high arc allows for more room in the sink basin.
GPF: Gallons Per Flush. The amount of water by which toilet flush volume is measured and regulated.
GPM: Gallons Per Minute. The rate of water flow by which faucets and showerheads are measured and regulated.
GRAB BAR: Safety bar installed in a bathtub or shower for use when bathing.
GRAVITY-FED TOILET A toilet that relies on the natural downward pressure (or "head") of water in a toilet tank to flush the toilet effectively.
GROUND JOINT: A joint which consists of pressing two smooth mating surfaces together without a gasket or supplemental sealant.
   
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HAND BASIN An occasionally detachable lavatory basin resting atop a wet surface lavatory, typically smaller than the average basin.
HANDLES: Faucet handles typically come in 3 styles: knob, lever, and cross. Some manufacturers allow a customer to mix and match components to create a custom handle consisting of handle bases and handle inserts
HANDSHOWER: A showerhead designed with a handle that is connected to a water supply via a flexible hose.
HEAD: Nautical slang for toilets on ships and boats. Derived from early sailing days when defecation was done off the "head", or bow of the ship so that splash water would rinse away the waste.
HIGH / LOW: by Kohler - A sink configuration with differing basin depths.
HIGH-TANK (TOILET): An antique style of toilet configured with a separate tank and bowl in which the tank is wall mounted above head height and is connected to the bowl by a flush pipe.
HIGH TEMPERATURE LIMIT STOP: Valve mechanism that provides added safety by allowing you to pre-set a maximum hot water temperature.
HOMOGENOUS: Same in composition throughout as opposed to laminate.
HOSE BIBB: Term used for "sillcock".
HOT WATER DISPENSER: Product which maintains a quantity of near-boiling water for instant use at any time.
HUDDEE RING: Old term for metal Sink Frame. Huddee was the original (and only) brand of sink frames at one time. The term became generic for sink frames like Kleenex is to tissue.
HYDROLOCK™: A number of Moen's faucets feature the Hydrolock installation system, making them faster and easier to install. A telltale "click" audibly signals a secure connection and eliminates the need for tools to attach the water line to the faucet.
HYDROTHERAPY The use of water for healing purposes, many times through water massage.
 
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I.D.: Inside Diameter. All pipes are sized according to their inside diameter.
IGNEOUS BLACK: by Kohler - With a matte finish, it can be contemporary or traditional in style. It is a classic color inspired by rock and stone. A clean, crisp glass color for