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| Stagflation
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Term coined in the 1970's, increasing prices during a slowdown in economic activity. |
| Staggered stud partition
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Wall structure that uses top and bottom framing pieces called plates, of a wider size that that of the studs that are nailed to it. The studs alternate from one side of the plate to the other, increasing noise insulation since vibrations are not passed through as they are when there are common studs, touching each side. With these offset studs, the drywall panels, on each side of the wall, are fastened to different sets of studs. |
| Stagnation temperature
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A condition that can occur in a solar collector if the working fluid does not circulate when sun is shining on the collector. |
| Stain
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(1) Coloring of dyes in a drying oil or water base which is used as both a protective and ornamental covering for certain materials. (2) A discoloration or change in pigment. |
| Stain resistant
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A chemical finish applied to or inherent in carpet fibers which inhibit specific stains from adhering to or dying (staining) carpet and fabrics. |
| Stained glass
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Glass which is colored in a number of ways such as by enameling, by burning pigment into the surface, by fusing metal oxides into it, etc. and is used for decorative windows. |
| Stainless steel
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A corrosion-resistant steel alloy containing nickel and/or chrome in combination with small amounts of other elements. |
| Stainless-steel washing machine hoses
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stainless-steel hoses that carry hot or cold water from water supply to washing machine. |
| Stainless-steel washing machine hoses
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Stainless-steel supply hoses for hot and cold water |
| Stair
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(1) A flight of steps; a staircase. (2) A single step, usually in a series of steps, leading from one level of floor to another. |
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