Window Sills A window sill, also known as a window ledge or window bottom, is the flat, shelf-like piece of window trim found at the bottom of the window. Window sills play an important role in the design and functionality of a window. Contrary to popular belief, the window sill is located on the outside …
Lancet Window Lancet windows are narrow windows that are taller than they are wide. They are crowned by sharp acute arches formed by a tighter and narrower angle than 90 degrees. A lancet is an arch that looks like the tip of a spear. The name of these windows was inspired by the image and …
Casement Window A casement window is connected to a frame by one or more hinges and either a manual or automatic mechanism that cranks the window outward, away from the house. History of Casement Windows Casement windows first appeared in the UK during the Georgian era towards the end of the 1700’s and were the …
Crown Glass Crown glass was a type of window glass that was popular in the 1800s. Glass was blown into a “crown,” or hollow globe, during this process. This was then transferred from the blowpipe to a punty and flattened by reheating and centrifugally spinning out the bowl-shaped piece of glass into a flat disc …
Double Glazing Image from wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0, Link Insulated glass units or double glazing refers to glass which is designed to prevent significant heat transfer in or out of a building. It is achieved by using multiple layers of glass, each being separated by spacers made of plastic or aluminium. The space between the …
Different Types of Glass Doors Over the years, door designs have evolved to cater to the needs of the customers. Now, it is possible to offer an eye-catching design with the security that the consumer craves. Glass doors make the house more beautiful. They protect the home while letting in light, making the place eye-catching …
Skylights Installing a skylight in your roof can provide lighting, ventilation, views and even emergency exit in addition to providing a significant contribution to energy efficiency and comfort. They are a fantastic source of natural light, admitting more than three times the amount of light as a vertical window of the same size, distributing it …
Sash Window Previous Next A sash window, also known as a hung sash window, is made up of one or more movable panels, or “sashes.” History of Sash Windows The origins of the vertical sliding sash window are still unknown, however it appears that the design was influenced by the more simpler horizontal sliding sash …
Safety Glass Safety glass refers to glass that has been specifically designed to be less likely to break and less likely to inflict injury when it does break. It also includes glass designed for strength or fire resistance. Use of Safety Glass in Australia AS1288 & AS2008 building codes, which were implemented in 2006, makes …
Low Iron Glass Low Iron Glass vs Standard Glass Low Iron Glass Low-iron glass is a type of high-clarity glass that can be used anywhere ordinary float glass is used. What is low iron glass? Float glass manufacturers produce low-iron glass, also known as extra-clear glass or optically clear glass, by reducing the amount of …