What are sliding windows?

Sliding windows

The windows are designed in the frame and installed to open and close, unlike opening, in or out, on the hinge. Although the type that moves up and down vertically is also technically in the form of a sliding window, this specific term is generally reserved for those who slide horizontally. Vertical windows vertical, are simply known as sash windows .

, which is changing considerably, large sliding windows can function effectively as doors or inputs. Sliding windows of all sizes are common around the world and can be used in both residential and commercial applications. They are simpler and probably also older design than wings windows. The vertical and horizontal designs, as are known in the 21st century, were refined in Englua and have changed in their basic form for several hundred years. In some places, sliding windows are still referred to as Yorkshire Sash Windows , referring to the British city where they come.

The most common type of sliding window consists of two paved glass panes, known as sashs , mounted and installed on parallel rails in the window frame. In general, each wing can be slipped around another, although some cheaper models have one solid wing and only one movable. Some more expensive versions sometimes lean in or out, except sliding back and forth. This allows even more modulation to ventilate air.

Other optional functions common on sliding windows are different frame adjustments, insect screens, wooden grids and various types of glass. Optional finishes on the glass can be somehow colored, tinted or shaded or shaded light and warmth. Glass can also be alleviated for greater strength or to be double stains to improve insulation.

Although the most common color of sliding frames is white, it has not always been the case. In fact in the 18th and 19th century, white was never used and normoThere were darker shades of red, green or brown spots. These colors are given to camouflage wood and give the impression that larger glass boards have been used, which were more expensive and therefore desirable.

Today, there is a relatively large industry, both the United States and Europe that specialize in the restoration of Yorkshire Sash windows for use in historical houses. These businesses combine period materials and techniques with modern ones to produce windows that look vintage, but have modern touches such as double glazing. Although this style of the window is expensive, both for sentimental and historical reasons, many owners of older houses have decided to integrate these designs to maintain an original look.