Threshold (Floor)

Related terms

• Transition Strip

  A molding bridging two floors or a doorway (T-mold, reducer, threshold) that covers the gap and manages height changes.

• Thinset

  The cement-based adhesive mortar that bonds tile to the substrate. Modified vs. unmodified selection depends on tile type and membrane used.

• Uncoupling Membrane

  A layer (e.g., Ditra-type) between subfloor and tile that absorbs substrate movement so tile and grout don't crack — standard over wood s…

• Terrazzo

  A poured or precast composite of stone/glass chips in a binder, ground and polished. Extremely durable and seamless; a premium custom floor.

• Underlayment

  A thin layer between subfloor and finish floor for smoothing, sound, moisture, or cushioning. The required type depends on the finished f…

• Telegraphing

  Subfloor seams, fasteners, or debris showing through a thin resilient floor. Prevented by proper underlayment and substrate prep.

• Vapor Retarder (Floor)

  A moisture barrier between a slab or crawl space and wood/laminate flooring that protects it from below-grade humidity.

• Tackless Strip

  The thin pinned wood strips around a room perimeter that grip and stretch stretch-in carpet over the pad.