Facade

Refers to the external front of a building.


Facing Putty

Putty which has been applied to external window glazing to secure the glass normally applied at a 45 degree angle.


Fading

Loss of colour by ageing and weathering. Colour can be restored by the application of a coat of paint.


False Body

Structure: Thixotropic, (see Thixotropic). High viscosity,


False Body

The thickness of a paint when opening a fresh tin of paint I,e.igh viscosity - this false body breaks down when stirred.


Fan overgrainer

Used in graining. marbling and broken colour techniques.


Fan Pattern

Spray pattern.


Fanning

Operating a spray gun in an arc.


Fascia Board

A board fixed to the ends of the roof rafters onto which the guttering is fixed.


Fatty Acid

Certain chemicals derived from vegetable oil.