1. 4.03 Windows and Window Treatments

2. Uses of windows Provide natural light, air circulation, views
Serve as focal point of room or background
Can help conserve energy and prevent heating and cooling loss
Can be made of high-impact glass to prevent breakage during storms

3. Parts of the window Frame: perimeter of window that fits into wall
Sash: holds the glass & swings or slides open. May be divided into small sections by wooden dividers called muntins
Sill: bottom of the frame
Apron: horizontal board underneath a window below the sill

5. Types of Windows Sliding Swinging Fixed
All other types are based on these three

6. Sliding windows Double-hung window: Operate either vertically
or horizontally
Double-hung window:
most common window,
opens vertically from top or
bottom. Provides an opening
for half the size of window.

7. Swinging windows
Casement: 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.

8. Swinging windows (con’t)
Hopper: Hinged at the bottom to allow the top of the sash to swing inward
Jalousie: 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

9. Fixed Windows DO NOT open Admit light and provide a view
Can be rectangular, oval, half-round, round, arched
Glass blocks provide light
while providing privacy

10. Fixed Windows Palladian windows are an example of fixed windows
Palladian = "Window having a broad arched central section with lower flat-headed side portions
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11. Combination Windows Fixed windows used with other types of windows.
EX: hopper window used above a fixed
casements used on either side of large fixed windows
BAY windows: combination window that has large fixed windows and double-hung windows on either side

12. Skylights & Clerestory
Used to let light into areas that get little or no light…usually do not open
Skylights are located in ceiling or roof
Clerestory windows are located high on walls
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13. Curtains
Flat fabric panels constructed of unlined fabric or lace. May be sheer to medium weight.
Has wide variety of colors, patterns, & textures
May stay closed or opened on a rod.
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14. Draperies Usually lined with another fabric
Lining adds body, increases insulation, helps drapes hang better, blocks sunlight and helps to avoid fading of drapery fabric
Usually more formal and will extend to the floor
Named for how they operate

15. Shades Can be very plain or ornate
Can fit regular windows as well as oval or arched windows. Can also fit skylights.

16. Shade Types
Roller 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
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17. Roman Shade
Lies flat against the window when down and is drawn up into a series of horizontal folds
                                                                
Roman Shades
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18. Shutters Originally designed to keep out heat & cold
Work well with traditional decors
Can cover part or all of the window, usually made of wood, are hinged together like a folding door

19. Blinds
Made 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 clean
Horizontal blinds (Venetian) have horizontal slats, usually windows
Vertical blinds have vertical slats
(patio doors)

20. Decorative top treatments
Used 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

21. Cornice Same purpose as valance but has more structure
Can be made of wood, painted or stained
Can be padded and covered with fabric

22. Swags
Piece of fabric that is draped gracefully across the top of window. Attached to both sides of window frame at top

23. Resources Housing Decisions pages 379-387
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