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Uses of windowsProvide natural light, air circulation, viewsServe as focal point of room or backgroundCan help conserve energy and prevent heating and cooling lossCan be made of high-impact glass to prevent breakage during storms

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Parts of the windowFrame: perimeter of window that fits into wallSash: holds the glass & swings or slides open. May be divided into small sections by wooden dividers called muntinsSill: bottom of the frameApron: horizontal board underneath a window below the sill

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Types of WindowsSlidingSwingingFixedAll other types are based on these three *SBrooks 2006*

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Sliding windowsOperate either vertically or horizontallyDouble-hung window: most common window, opens vertically from top or bottom. Provides an opening for half the size of window.Horizontal-sliding: has 2-3 sashes. 2 sash windows has 1 sash that slides and the other stays fixed

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Double Hung Window*SBrooks 2006*

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Swinging windowsCasement: open and close with a crank, swing outward. Usually the entire window area can be opened for ventilation. Awning: swing outward from the bottom and are hinged at the top. Provides protection from the rain. Usually found in basements. *SBrooks 2006*

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Casement Windows*SBrooks 2006*

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Awning Window*SBrooks 2006*

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Swinging windows (cont)Hopper: Hinged at the bottom to allow the top of the sash to swing inwardJalousie: series of horizontal adjustable glass slats fastened into a metal frame. (think of mini-blinds made of glass) Open and close with a crank to allow ventilation. Screens & storms windows are needed for protection from insects or weather*SBrooks 2006*

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Hopper Window*SBrooks 2006*

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Jalousie Window*SBrooks 2006*

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Fixed WindowsDO NOT openAdmit light and provide a viewCan be rectangular, oval, half-round, round, archedGlass blocks provide light while providing privacy*SBrooks 2006*

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Combination WindowsFixed windows used with other types of windows. EX: hopper window used above a fixed casements used on either side of large fixed windowsBAY windows: combination window that has large fixed windows and double-hung windows on either side*SBrooks 2006*

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Skylights & ClerestoryUsed to let light into areas that get little or no lightusually do not openSkylights are located in ceiling or roofClerestory windows are located high on walls

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CurtainsFlat fabric panels constructed of unlined fabric or lace. May be sheer to medium weight.Has wide variety of colors, patterns, & texturesMay stay closed or opened on a rod.

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Draperies

Usually lined with another fabricLining adds body, increases insulation, helps drapes hang better, blocks sunlight and helps to avoid fading of drapery fabricUsually more formal and will extend to the floor*SBrooks 2006*

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Shades Can be very plain or ornateCan fit regular windows as well as oval or arched windows. Can also fit skylights. *SBrooks 2006*

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Shade TypesRoller shade: mounted at top of window, made of cloth or vinyl, can have fabric or wallpaper laminated on them for decorative effect. Can be light-filtering, room-darkening, or heat resistant*SBrooks 2006*

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Roman ShadeLies flat against the window when down and is drawn up into a series of horizontal folds

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Roman Shades

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ShuttersOriginally designed to keep out heat & coldWork well with traditional decorsCan cover part or all of the window, usually made of wood, are hinged together like a folding door*SBrooks 2006*

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BlindsMade of a series of evenly spaced slats that can be opened or closed by cords. They allow privacy or let in as much light as needed but tedious to cleanHorizontal blinds (Venetian) have horizontal slats, usually windowsVertical blinds have vertical slats (patio doors)*SBrooks 2006*

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Decorative top treatmentsUsed for decorative purposes and to hide drapery/curtain hardware.Valence: short length of fabric placed across the top of window. Can use alone or with other treatments.Usually is gathered for a full look and matches the other treatment *SBrooks 2006*

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CorniceSame purpose as valance but has more structureCan be made of wood, painted or stainedCan be padded and covered with fabric*SBrooks 2006*

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SwagsPiece of fabric that is draped gracefully across the top of window. Attached to both sides of window frame at top*SBrooks 2006*

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ResourcesHousing Decisions pages 379-387Homes and Interiors pages 563-568www.countrycurtains.comwww.domestications.comwww.fabricworkroom.comwww.budgetblinds.comwww.hgtv.comwww.hunterdouglas.comwww.bestwindowtreatments.com

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