Scabbling Machine

For use in preparing existing flooring prior to floor paint or epoxy/polyurethane coatings being applied.

scabbling machine
scabbling machine

Scrutch

A hammer for cutting bricks and masonry.


Site Induction

Site Induction, is carried out to ensure all personnel working on the the site is familiar with the Health and Safety requirements.

Health and Safety Induction Checklist


Site Signage.

See: Health and Safety - Site Signage


Snagging

Snagging within the building /construction industry is a slang word relating to a snag document/form is issued to contactors and sub contractors  towards the end of a project or phased work to outline and describe minor defects or omissions arising during the course of the work carried out. This inspection to identify defects within the finishing work construction prior to the final handover to the client is normally conducted a few weeks before the final handover to the client..

 

 


Soffit Board

Soffit Board

A horizontal board fixed to the underside of the rafters between the wall surface and facia board.

Also, the underside of an arch, beam, cornice and stairs.

See building components : Roof construction.


Spalling

Spalling is where the top surface becomes detached from the main body of the substrate.

 


Spike Roller

A spike Roller is usually used when laying self levelling products such as epoxy flooring to eradicate air bubbles.


Spike Shoes

For use when applying floor coatings.


Stabilising Solution

Stabilising Solution is a low viscosity clear or slightly tinted oil based coating for consolidating powdery surfaces ready for overcoating with water or oil based paints.