Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA)

Used as a binder in water based emulsion paints.

Also used as a  general glue for woodwork.


Polyvinyl Chloride (P.V.C.)

Synthetic resin used in solvent based paints – can also be used in emulsion paints and plastisols.


Popping

Small eruptions in a paint or varnish coating which occur and do not flow out whilst the wet film is setting


Porosity

A surface which allows water/liquids to be absorbed into the surface.  See Absorbency


Principal Contractor

Principal/Nominated Contractor. Manages the construction of a project, liaising with the client and principal designer throughout the project, including during the pre-construction phase. See: https://www.citb.co.uk/documents/cdm%20regs/2015/cdm-2015-principal-contractors-printer-friendly.pdf


Principal Designer/ Archtitect

Principal Designers/Architect. Appointed by the client of projects with more than one contractor. Responsibilities include overall responsibility for planning, monitoring, coordination health and safety.

See: https://www.citb.co.uk/documents/cdm%20regs/2015/cdm-2015-principal-designers-printer-friendly.pdf


Quick Release Fittings

  Snap-lock fittings normally on spray units.


Quoin

Cast Quoin Stones are the stones which form the corners of a building.

 


Rag Rolling

Formation of a textured or variegated pattern by the use of tinted scumble or glaze over a basic ground colour.


Rag Rolling

Rag Rolling   

                                                                                                                                                                    

A two or more  colour finish achieved by rolling over a wet coat of tinted glaze of a contrasting

colours with a chamois leather, clean rag or lining paper.

 

See: Specifications - Special Effects Tool Boxes  and Broken Colour Techniques.