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Relating to the construction of windows.

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brickmold

Construction; Windows

Standard outside casing around the window to cover the gap between the window frame and the opening. Nails are driven through the molding to install the window to the framed opening.

bow window

Construction; Windows

A composite of 3 or more windows in a radial or bow formation. Typically consists of casement windows both fixed and operating assembled at 10 degree angles from the wall.

bottom rail

Construction; Windows

Bottom horizontal member of a window sash.

bay window

Construction; Windows

A composite of 3 or more windows that project out from the wall. Usually consists of one large center window with two flanking fixed or operating windows at 30, 45, or 90 degree angles to the wall.

Device for counterbalancing a sliding sash, usually associated with a double-hung window, so sash may be held open at any given position. Usually a system of cords, weights, springs, spiral devices ...

awning window

Construction; Windows

Hinged at the top, this window has a single sash that swings outward from the bottom.

auxiliary frame window

Construction; Windows

Eagle's version of a fixed, direct set window frame where glass is set directly into a frame without a sash. Is used in the creation of geometric and radius windows.