Wood from broad leaf, deciduous trees such as oak, walnut, ash, maple or birch, which are used commonly as flooring in homes.
Hardy
A plant which can withstand prolonged exposure to temperatures at or below 45¡F. Compare half hardy and tender.
Harmonic(s)
A sinusoidal quantity having a frequency that is an integral multiple of the frequency of a periodic quantity to which it is related.
Hasp
Locking mechanism consisting of a hinged closure with a slot. A U shaped staple is passed through this slot and a lock is attached to that.
Hatbanding
Term which denotes wall paint where some lines appear darker than others, usually cause by use of a roller with a nap that's too thick or by excessive rolling or brushing.
Hatch
A unit used to provide access to a roof from the interior of a building.
Hatchet
(1) A small ax with a short handle. (2) Hand tool with a nail-driving surface on one end of the head and a blade on the other end.
Haul
(1) To transport or move with force. (2) An amount gained, earned or won at one time.
Haul road
Road used for access to a work site.
Haunch
(1) Either of the sides of an arch from the point of rising to the vertex. (2) Thickened section of a structure.