Stud walls, which are built close but not touching to give some insulation from sound. When walls don't touch the vibration of one does not result in the vibration of the other.
Parallels
Gauges of hardened, precision lapped steel, either adjustable or not, which is used to layout or measure parallel lines.
Parapet
Protective, low wall along a roof or any edge or below a terrace.
Parasite
Any plant that grows upon another. It steals its moisture and nourishment from its host. Mistletoe is a good example.
Parasitic plant
A plant which lives on, and acquires it's nutrients from another plant. This often results in declined vigor or death of the host plant.
Parcel
A piece of land that is usually a part of a larger acreage.
Parge coat
Thin coat of cement mortar applied to a masonry wall for refinement or dampproofing.
Parget
Plaster or similar wall coating, raised ornamental plasterwork formerly used on ceilings and walls.
Pargeting
Decorative coating of plaster applied to a chimney or other masonry wall.
Parging
A rough coat of mortar applied over a masonry wall as protection or finish; may also serve as a base for an asphaltic waterproofing compound below grade.
