Glossary Terms for the Letter E View the Entire Glossary A  | B  | C  | D  | E  | F  | G  | H  | I  | J  | K  | L  | M  | P  | Q  | R  | S  | T  | U  | V  | W Efflorescence Deposit of saline particles on the weather face of a masonry wall. Usually can be removed with an acid wash. Entablature Series of horizontal courses that incorporates an architrave, frieze, and cornice. Entasis The portion of a classical column, which has a diminishing arc on the shaft. The lower third of the column is straight (two-thirds entasis column). Erection Setting of large stones usually with a crane. Estimate A documented list of products that Stone Legends proposes to produce and sell to a customer based on our interpretation of the customer's drawings, faxes, sketches or complete plans.