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Windows that don’t open are, generally speaking, called ‘fixed windows’ – but let’s get into the most commonly types of fixed windows, so you know exactly what you’re talking about.
What are stationary windows called?
A Stationary (Stat) window or patio door panel has a venting, operating or opening, version of the product available within the same product line. Stationary windows include patio door sidelights, transom windows and picture windows.
What is a fixed window?
Fixed Windows Not all windows open. These are called fixed windows. Fixed windows commonly are paired with operable windows. Most often, we see this in a living room where the homeowner wants a very large viewing area at the center with smaller windows at the sides, top or bottom for ventilation.
What are windows that open out called?
Casement windows are a very popular replacement window type. They are often a single pane of glass that can be cranked open and out from the side. Many homeowners put double casement windows next to each other opening up on each side.
What is a casement window look like?
Casement windows are hinged at the side and open outward like a door. It looks like a picture window because unlike double hung or sliding windows, a casement window has no rail. Some casement windows are simply pushed open, but most have a hand crank.
What are French windows?
French windows feature two panels of glass that are side hung and open either inward or outward, creating an uninterrupted view.
What is a French casement window?
Similar to a hinged French door, a French casement window has two sashes that extend outward from the center of the window to create a wide opening. With no central post in the window frame, French casement window panels crank open simultaneously for twice the ventilation and an unobstructed view.
What is slide window?
Sliding windows, or gliding windows, have sashes that glide left or right in either direction in a single frame, which allows for easy use. Sliding glass windows are often found in rooms where an unobstructed view of the outdoors is desired or where maximum ventilation is needed.
What is a glider window?
What are Sliding Windows? Sliding windows, also called gliders, operate like double hung windows except the sashes move to the right and left instead of up and down. The operating sashes on sliding windows can either tilt in, swing in, or be removed for easy cleaning of both sides of the glass.
What is pivoted window?
Noun. 1. pivoting window – a window that opens by pivoting either horizontally or vertically. window – a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air. Based on WordNet 3.0, Farlex clipart collection.
What is a non fixed window?
Picture windows have a sealed unit glazed directly into the window from. These non-operational windows feature a low profile frame to maximize glass surface, allowing a beautifully clear, unobstructed view. They can also be customized to match adjacent operational windows. Fixed.
What are window flankers?
Flanker – A window unit placed along side of another unit. A picture window may be flanked by a double hung on each side.
What is picture window?
A picture window is a large, fixed-pane window, generally made without glazing bars. A picture window gets its name from the fact that it is designed to give you a clear view of your surroundings without any obstructions—essentially acting as a picture frame for the scenery outside the window.
What is awning window?
Awning windows are similar to casement windows in that they are both hinged, crank windows. Window World carries awning windows that pivot smoothly on top-mounted stainless steel hinges and use a simple crank mechanism. They work well in kitchens or bathrooms in openings that are wider than they are tall.
What is a patio window?
A sliding glass door, patio door, or doorwall is a type of sliding door in architecture and construction, is a large glass window opening in a structure that provide door access from a room to the outdoors, fresh air, and copious natural light.
What are French door windows called?
In France they’re known as portes-fenêtres, which means ‘windowed doors’ or ‘door-sized windows’. As the translation suggests, some French windows can be tall enough to walk through, like a door.
What is a corner window?
A corner window is a single unit comprised of two or more sashes that meet at a corner and span both sides of a building. A corner window requires a special framing method in order to create a rough opening with no corner support.
What are tall windows called?
Casement windows typically refer to windows that set vertically (taller than they are wide) and swing outward. Casement windows can be left or right swing. Awning windows are set horizontally (wider than they are tall) and crank out from the bottom.
What is a horizontal sliding window?
Horizontal Slider windows open with the sash sliding left or right. Some people find a sliding glass window easier to open and close than a crank-style window. Since they slide open without protruding, horizontal sliders are an excellent choice for rooms facing walkways, porches or patios.
