style (circa 1900) was the first new style not using any historical reference was based on flowing lines of leaves and vines and influenced by Japanese art. A tool with a handle and a long, sharp pointed end used for punching holes into things like wood or leather. Home Improvement Glossary awning windows Awning windows are hinged at the top and swing outward via a crank or lever. Home Improvement Glossary ballcock The gravity-operated valve that controls the flow of water into the toilet tank. Home Improvement Glossary baseboards Baseboards are the finish strips between the floor and the wall and range in width from 3 to 18 inches. Home Improvement Glossary batt insulation Made out of insulating fibers that are woven together to create a continuous blanket of material with a moisture barrier (either paper or foil) that is glued to one side. Batt insulation is available in 16 and 24 inch wide rolls (or 8 foot strips) to fit between the framing in ceilings and walls. Home Improvement Glossary Bauhaus Bauhaus design (1919-1933) is based on unifying art and technology. Little ornamentation. Function, form, and materials (metal tubing, glass, and other technological, machine-made materials) most important. Home Improvement Glossary bay window A bay window is a large picture window that projects outside the walls of the building. Home Improvement Glossary bead A line of caulk that has been applied to a seam. Use a finger or tool to smooth out the bead to seal the surface. Home Improvement