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Adapter coupling

A flexible sleeve used to join a toilet pan outlet to the soil pipe inlet

Aerate

Loosen soil by digging or spiking to allow air to enter the soil

Aggregate

A mixture of small stones of varying size, which form the bulk of many concrete mixes

Allen keys

Strips of hexagonal-shaped hardened metal bent to an L-shape, used to tighten and loosen special nuts. Available in sets

Amps

A measure of electrical current. In incandescent lamps, amps are related to voltage and power as follows: Current (Amps) = Power (Watts) / Voltage (Volts)

Annuals

A plant which grows, flowers and dies within a single season

Anodised

Metal treated with a coating of zinc to prevent rusting

Aphids( Greenfly)

A pest which infests plants, particularly roses, weakening them by feeding on the plant`s sap

Arbour

An attractive garden feature, usually with sides and a roof

Armoured cable

Used for outdoor wiring. Two insulated conductors are surrounded by steel wires which act as the earth conductor. There is an outer sheath of PVC

Arris rail

The triangular rail set between fence posts to which fencing panels are nailed

Auger bit(Twist bit)

A bit with helical twist, centre screw and cutters used with a carpenter`s brace to bore holes in wood

Awning

A type of external blind, usually of canvas

 
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