Glossary Of Architectural terms
- Mansard,
- a type of roof having enlarged eaves. Soffits 3 feet deep are not
uncommon.
- Meets and Bounds,
- literal description of the perimeter of a parcel or plot of land.
- Medallion,
- decorative surround on ceiling through which a chandelier is mounted.
Usually circular.
- Mezzanine,
- an elevated platform.
- Mortise,
- notch cut into wood typically to accept tenons, hinges, or rectangular locksets
- Mudsill,
- treated wood plate along perimeter upon which house's weight bears if built
without a foundation.
- Mullion,
- separator between two window assemblies. Takes the meaning of "muntin"
when used in skyscrapers.
- Muntin,
- separator between two panes of glass, traditionally wood. see also
"grille"
- Mural,
- Decorative painting applied directly to a wall
- Muriatic acid,
- a preparation of 7-8% makes a good wash for etching concrete before painting,
be sure to rinse.
- Newel,
- central column around which a winding or circular staircase are supported;
post for supporting handrail
- Nosing,
- curved front edge of tread.
- Outlookers,
- See "soffit"
