weatherproofing
Guarding against elements
Weatherproofing is the process of making something resistant to weather—sealing windows, treating wood, or applying protective coatings to keep out rain, wind, and cold.
The term covers both the action and the materials used: We need to do some weatherproofing before winter, The weatherproofing on that deck is wearing off.
Waterproof gap filler
- siliconeFlexible synthetic polymer
- polyurethaneVersatile synthetic resin compound
- membraneThin tissue sheet
- flashingRepeated brief illumination
housewrap · bitumen · acrylic · PVC · butyl · mastic · sealant · weatherstripping
Material for sealing gaps
- flashingRepeated brief illumination
- underlaymentBase layer beneath flooring
- guttersRooftop water channels
- downspoutsVertical roof drainage pipes
soffit · fascia · threshold · housewrap · siding · roofing · stucco · repointing
Pertaining to warmth
- fiberglassReinforced woven strand composite
- polystyreneLightweight synthetic foam plastic
- battMatted fibrous sheet
- reflectiveCasting back light
Making impermeable
- resealingClosing something once more
- inspectionFormal assessment of condition
- recoatingApplying a new layer
- upkeepOngoing preservation effort
preservation · restoration · servicing · patching · touch-up
Duration of existence
- resilienceCapacity to recover quickly
- wear-resistantAble to withstand friction
- corrosion-resistantWithstands oxidation and decay
- fade-resistantWon't pale with exposure
heavy-duty · robust · watertight · airtight · long-lasting · all-season · flexible · impermeability
caulk
Waterproof gap filler
- siliconeFlexible synthetic polymer
- polyurethaneVersatile synthetic resin compound
- membraneThin tissue sheet
flashing · housewrap · bitumen · acrylic · PVC · butyl · mastic · sealant · weatherstripping · gasket
caulking
Material for sealing gaps
- flashingRepeated brief illumination
- underlaymentBase layer beneath flooring
- guttersRooftop water channels
downspouts · soffit · fascia · threshold · housewrap · siding · roofing · stucco · repointing · tuckpointing
barrier
Obstruction preventing passage
- shieldingProtecting from harm
thermal
Pertaining to warmth
- fiberglassReinforced woven strand composite
- polystyreneLightweight synthetic foam plastic
- battMatted fibrous sheet
reflective · cellulose · double-glazing · R-value · blown-in
sealing
Making impermeable
- resealingClosing something once more
- inspectionFormal assessment of condition
- recoatingApplying a new layer
upkeep · preservation · restoration · servicing · patching · touch-up
longevity
Duration of existence
- resilienceCapacity to recover quickly
- wear-resistantAble to withstand friction
- corrosion-resistantWithstands oxidation and decay
fade-resistant · heavy-duty · robust · watertight · airtight · long-lasting · all-season · flexible · impermeability
- DIYbuilding, woodworking, carpentry, electrical, crafting
- home buildingframing, foundations, roofing, foundation, walls
- home repairhandyman, plumbing, caulk, remodeling, drywall
- durabilitytoughness, durable, sturdiness, robustness, sturdy
- exterior maintenancepainting, power washing, gutter cleaning, siding repair, window washing
- preventive measuresvaccination, backup plan, insurance, screening, firewall
weatherproofingexposure
State of being unprotected
stripping · weather exposure · weather damage · deterioration · opening up
weatherproofingdecoration
Object adding visual appeal
ornamentation · beautification · cosmetic treatment · embellishment
weatherproofingweathering
Atmospheric breakdown of materials
deterioration · decay · erosion · degradation · wear
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