Window Terminology: Window Terms Starting with "D"
/Style of window where two individual casements are mulled together.
Double glazing
In general, two panes of glass separated by a spacer and air space within an opening to improve insulation against heat transfer and/or sound transmission. In factory-made double glazing units, the air between the glass sheets is thoroughly dried and the space is sealed airtight, eliminating possible condensation and providing superior insulating properties.
A window consisting of two sashes operating in a rectangular frame, in which both the upper and lower halves can be slid up and down. Sashes also tilt in for easy cleaning. A counterbalance mechanism usually holds the sash in place.
Double pane glass
Two panes of glass separated by a window spacer, creating the sash of the window. UniShield replacement windows come in double pane and triple pane options.
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