Production of a side shoot after removal of the growing point.
Break-even point
Where total revenue equals total costs and there is no profit or loss such as when an owner's rental income matches expenses and debt.
Breaking joints
The installation of masonry so that vertical mortar joints are unaligned which results in a stronger structure.
Breaking strength
Physical property that indicates the tile's ability to withstand loads. ANSI A137.1 requires minimum strength of 250 lbs. for floor tile.
Breastsummer
The large horizontal beam in the breast of a wall, which is used for support.
Breathe
The ability of a paint film to permit the passage of moisture vapor without causing blistering, cracking, or peeling.
Breather roof
Roof constructed on a storage tank and designed to expand and contract directly with the level or stored material (liquid). The design prevents the loss through vaporization of the stored materials, as well as the escape and intermingling of gaseous vapors with the outside air.
Breathing zone
The area of a room in which occupants breathe as they stand, sit, and lie down.
Breezeway
A roofed walkway with open sides. It connects the house and garage.
Breezeway
Roofed passageway, with open sides, which usually connects home to garage or a building to another building.
