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flat skylight

A skylight which is essentially horizontal; has only enough slope to allow rainwater to run off.

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flat slab

A concrete slab which is reinforced in two or more directions, usually without beams or girders to transfer the loads

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flat spot

An imperfection on a glossy painted surface; a spot lacking gloss, usually caused by a porous spot on the undercoat.

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flatting agent

A substance which lowers gloss of paints or varnishes to which it is added.

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flatting down, rubbing

Rubbing abrasive powder or similar material on a surface to lower the gloss and make it more uniform.

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flatting oil

A thin solution which is added to glossy paint or varnish so that a semigloss or matte finish may be

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