Fan CFM Sizing

Related terms

• Fan/Light Combo

  A combined exhaust fan and ceiling light (sometimes with heater or Bluetooth). A common space-saving fixture; the fan still must be ducte…

• Escutcheon

  The decorative trim plate covering the wall or deck penetration around a valve, faucet, or pipe — the visible cap over the rough plumbing.

• Faucet Hole Configuration

  The number and spacing of holes drilled in the sink or top (single, centerset 4 in., widespread 8 in.). Must match the chosen faucet — de…

• Epoxy Grout

  A stain-proof, waterproof grout that resists the discoloration cement grout suffers in wet areas. Costlier and harder to install but the…

• Fill Valve / Flapper

  The tank components that refill after a flush (fill valve) and release water to the bowl (flapper). The usual culprits in a running toilet.

• Elongated vs. Round

  Toilet bowl shapes: elongated (oval, more comfortable, needs more clearance) versus round-front (compact, fits tight spaces). A clearance…

• Fixture Clearance

  The required spacing between and around fixtures (e.g., centerline-to-wall at a toilet, space in front of a vanity). Code minimums exist;…

• Dual-Flush

  A toilet with two flush volumes (liquid/solid) to save water. Often WaterSense-labeled; reduces water use versus single-flush models.