(1) Superior in quality. Better than average. (2) Not coarse. In very small particles.
Fine aggregate
Sand or stone component used as a filler in the making of concrete, which consists of portland cement, water and the aggregate, which makes up 75 percent of the bulk. Aggregate ranges in size from sand, which is a fine aggregate. Fine aggregates range from sand to a combination of sand, gravel and crushed rock up to 1Ú4 inch in diameter.
Fine grading
The final, finished grade that brings the soil to the specifications tolerances.
Fine grain
A small, almost invisible grain such as that found in a clear maple wood or where it is processed to limit the grain size.
Fine mineral-surfacing
A fine mineral material on the surface of roofing materials to prevent them from sticking to surfaces. 50% of this material has to pass through a sieve with holes that are 1/35" in size (#35 sieve).
Fine nail
Molding or trim finishing nail that is used where a very small hole is desirable.
Fine tex
Finished pattern made on a wall or ceiling by spraying on a texture of medium-size droplets, which is then flattened with a trowel.
Fine-tuned
Precisely adjusted. Fingering Also called tails, this defect in airless spray painting, has an application of thick streaks of paint in certain places rather than uniform thickness.
Fineness modulus
Index that lists the average coarseness of aggregate in concrete.
Fines
Cement mixture, which is used to finish masonry surfaces because of its very fine particles. When applied with a burlap cloth, it gives a uniform, thin coating on the surface.
