ID 322: WINDOW TREATMENTS

BASIC WINDOW TYPES

1. DOUBLE HUNG WINDOW

It has two sashes, one or both of which slide up and down

A double hung window has two sliding shutters, one above the other. Either the top or bottom half can be opened. Such windows are not very common, as it is unusual to want the top half of the window to be opened. The term hung windows is common in the United States; these are called sash windows in Europe. A sash is a frame, usually filled in with glass, that forms the moving part of the window. The fixed part is the window frame.

2. CASEMENT WINDOWS

A window with one or more sashes that are hinged on a vertical edge. This kind opens from the side.

A casement window is one that is hinged on its side, and normally opens outwards rather than inwards. This makes it very easy to operate. Since it opens outwards, it cannot be used in some situations, such as when the window opens out into a corridor, as it will block movement. These windows are designed to resist rain and wind from the outside in, so their direction cannot be reversed.

3. RANCH OR STRIP WINDOWS

Most often a wide window set high off the floor. Usually has sliding sashes and is common to most ranch type houses.

Ranch or Strip windows are set high in the wall for light and privacy. These are ribbons of glass at eye level, typically seen in residential bedrooms.

4. AWNING WINDOW

Has wide, horizontal sashes that open outward to any angle, can usually be left open when it's raining.

An awning window is hinged on its top edge, so that it opens upwards and out. These are also called ventilators. An awning window can be difficult to operate, especially if it is heavy. These require stays to keep them open; their weight naturally forces them to close.

5. JALOUSIE WINDOWS

Identified by narrow, horizontal strips of glass that open by means of a crank to any desired angle.

It’s common for older homes to have windows split horizontal sections which open and close at an angle. While they aren’t as popular today as they used to be, these jalousie windows are effective at ventilating a home, offering benefits that modern homeowners in warmer climates will appreciate.

6. PICTURE WINDOW

One designed to frame an outside view. It may consist of one large, fixed pane of glass, in which case the window cannot be opened. Or it may have movable sections on one or both sides of a fixed pane - or above and below- which can be opened for ventilation.

a large window in a house, usually dominating the room or wall in which it is located, and often designed or placed to present an attractive view.

7. DORMER WINDOW

Usually a small window projecting from the house in an alcove-like extension of the room.

A dormer is an addition that extends from the side of the roof, and typically dormer windows are installed in this extension. But often these two words are interchangeable since they always appear together. Because attics are often dark and gloomy, a dormer window makes the interior environment feel homier by letting in some natural light (once again, it normalizes the look of the room). Also, it adds some visual style to the exterior of the house as well, creating a quaint cottage feel to the outside of the home. Since the roof is right there in the room, a skylight is certainly a great option, but dormer windows let light and heat into the space without risk of leakage; plus, they’re easier to open.

8. SLANTING WINDOW

Often called "cathedral" window. Its main characteristic is the angle at the top where the window follows the line of a slanting roof.

These windows are those in triangular, pentazoidal, and trapezoidal shapes - these are fixed-glass windows that usually are set high in the wall and follow the plane of slanted ceilings.

9. BAY WINDOW

Three or more windows set at an angle to each other in a recessed area.

Bay window, window formed as the exterior expression of a bay within a structure, an interior recess made by the outward projection of a wall. The purpose of a bay window is to admit more light than would a window flush with the wall line.

10. BOW WINDOW

A curved window, sometimes called a circular bay.

A bow window's structure is curved, creating a rounded appearance on the outside of the home. (These bow windows are usually referred to as a "four-lite bow" or a "five-lite bow.") Bow windows frequently allow more light to come into the room since they have more glass panes than bay windows. Bow windows can be wrapped around the corner of a building, forming a unique turret shape on the outside and an enticing nook on the inside. This advantageous option also allows for a view from two sides of the home.

11. DOUBLE WINDOWS

Side by side windows. (If there are more than one they are often called multiple windows)

Double-paned windows are said to save energy, save money, and add to a home’s value.

12. FRENCH DOORS

Sometimes called french windows. They come in pairs and often open onto a porch or patio.

French doors are perfect for warm summer days. You can easily bring the outdoors inside with such a door. Since French doors are primarily all glass, these types of doors can bring in an incredible amount of natural light. French doors are extremely functional, but the primary function of a French door is its aesthetic features.

13. CORNER WINDOWS

Any window that comes together at the corner of a room.

A corner window is a unit that occupies the corner of a structure. The wall framing is modified to wrap around the opening and in some cases the corner post for the window will be removed to create an all glass opening.

14. SLIDING GLASS DOORS

Today's functional version of french doors. They are often set into a regular wall, but are sometimes part of a modern "glass wall"

a structure that provide door access from a room to the outdoors, fresh air, and copious natural light. A sliding glass door is usually considered a single unit consisting of two panel sections, one being fixed and one a being mobile to slide open.

15. CLERESTORY WINDOWS

A shallow window set near the ceiling.

A clerestory window is a large window or series of small windows atop a high wall of a building. The clerestory wall often rises above adjoining roofs. In a large building, like a gymnasium or train station, the windows will be large to bring light into a large interior. A smaller home may have a band of narrow windows along the very top of a wall.

16. PALLADIAN WINDOW

An arched top window with straight panes below the arch.

This type of window, popular in 17th- and 18th-century English versions of Italian designs, was inspired by the so-called Palladian motif, similar three-part openings having been featured in the work of the 16th-century Italian architect Andrea Palladio; his basilica at Vicenza, designed in 1546, was especially rich in these.

17. GLASS WALL

Usually a group of basic window units made to fit together, forming a veritable "wall" of windows.

Glass walls are usually used in offices. These can provide transparency, a natural barrier to each area in an office place.

TRIMMINGS

Trim is a decorative cording, braids, or fringes applied to the edges or hems of draperies, to match or contrast the panel fabric.

BALL TRIMMING

May be silk, cotton, wood and crystal.

FRINGES

A decorative trim sewn onto the edges and hems of curtain panels and rugs. Also often used to decorate pillows and lampshades. It may be (a) Cut Fringes, (b) Looped, (c) Tassel Fringe - tassels attached to the bottom edge; Tassels are defined as 1/2" to 8" long bell shaped trims constructed entirely from yarns and are tied together at the neck [1. Braided, 2. Looped & 3. Scalloped], (d) Molded Fringes - consists of round or elongated wooden turnings that are wound with one or more of a variety of yarns, (e) Bell Fringe & (f) Bullion Fringe - formed of twisted loops of rope.

(a) Cut fringes

(b) Looped fringes

TASSEL FRINGES:

[1] Braided

[2] Looped

[3] Scalloped

(d) Molded fringes

(e) Bell fringes

(f) Bullion fringes

BRAID

A woven ribbon used as edging or trimming. It has two types: (a) Galloon - a narrow close-woven band or braid used for trimming draperies and upholstery & commonly made of lace, metallic thread or embroidery; It is heavy Gimpe. (b) Gimpe or gimp - a narrow flat braid or rounded cord of fabric used for trimming.

Braid trimmings: (a) Galloon; (b) Gimpe

EDGING

It has 4 types and these are (a)Piping - it is a length of cord covered with bias binding and used as a decorative edging; Usually bias is used either of the same material or contrasting material.

(b)Welting - strips of material sewn between upholstery seams or drapery seams to give a finished appearance; may be braided or filled with cord. (c)Ruffles & (d)Pleats