Narrow extensions of wood, resembling fingers, are cut in the ends of pieces of two pieces of wood so that they interlock and form a joint. When the extensions are glued together, they form a level surface.
Finial
A formal ornament at the top of a canopy, gable, pinnacle, etc., usually in the general shape of a fleur-de-lis.
Finish
Anything used to give a desired surface appearance.
Finish carpentry
The final, detail carpentry done to bring a job to a finished state, such as moldings around door and windows, fascia and cabinet installation.
Finish coat
The final coat of and surface covering such as paint, plaster, etc.
Finish floor
Second layer of flooring material placed over the rough flooring or flooring planks in a structure and is often a polished floor made of oak or other hardwoods.
Finish grade
Grading that prepares a lot for landscaping.
Finish hardware
Trim and functional hardware such as knobs, cabinet latches and drawer pulls, needed to "finish" a job.
Finish lumber
Dressed wood used for building trim and cabinet work.
Finish out allowance
Provision in a commercial lease, providing a financial allowance of a certain sum or amount per square foot, for a tenant to finish the interior of a building according to individual requirements.
