Glossary of Kitchen Terms | Anti-microbial finish

Glossary of Terms

Alzak
A type of reflector in recessed lighting fixtures, in silver or gold color.

Ambient lighting
General lighting diffused within an entire room.

Anti-microbial finish
A material that has an applied finish, or ingredient in the product that inhibits the growth of microorganisms, such as bacteria or fungi.

Auxiliary Sink
Second sink in the kitchen providing another work area for either clean-up or food preparation.

Backsplash
The portion of the exposed area between the bottom of the wall cabinets and the top of the countertop. Also, an elevated section of counter material approximately 4" high typically part of the countertop.

Base cabinets
Cabinetry used on the floor to provide countertop support and typically is 34 ½ inches tall and 24 inches deep.

Blind base cabinet
A base cabinet usually incorporated into a design to turn a corner with an appliance or other cabinet perpendicular to it.

BTU
British Thermal Unit - A measurement of heat quantity in countries using the British system. One BTU is the amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit.

Chair rail
A trim piece that runs horizontally on a wall at the height of a chair back and is used to make the transition between a wainscot and upper wall. Originally used to prevent damage to a wall from the backs of chairs.

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