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Relating to the construction of windows.

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simulated divided lights

Construction; Windows

A method in constructing windows or doors in which muntins are fixed to the inside and outside of the insulated glass panel to simulate the look of a true divided light. Modern Divided Light® in ...

single glazing

Construction; Windows

Use of single panes of glass in a window sash or door panel. Not as efficient as double glazing.

sill

Construction; Windows

Horizontal member at the bottom of the window frame.

side light

Construction; Windows

A fixed, often narrow glass window next to a door opening or window opening.

shading coefficient

Construction; Windows

Decimal value which is the solar gain of a window, divided by the solar gain for a clear single-glass window of the same size. The shading coefficient of clear, double-glazing is about 0.85 to 0.9.