What is a blind stop on a window?
Blind Stop: A rectangular molding used in the assemblage of a window frame; nailed between the outside trim and the outside sashes, it serves as a stop for storm sashes and screens and assists in preventing air infiltration.
What is a blind stop of a sliding door?
A blind stop is a piece of rectangular molding that is utilized in the construction of window frames. A blind stop is nailed between the outside trim piece and the outside sashes. It is designed to serve as a stop for the sash or a screen.
What is a window rail?
A rail is the horizontal piece of a window sash – comprised of the lower rail, the check rail and the upper rail. Lower Rail. The lower rail is the lower part of the lower sash. Upper Rail. The upper rail is the top part of the upper sash.
What is the trim on the outside of a window called?
window casings
Exterior window casings are the moldings that go around your window frames. They are installed outside the house, covering the space between the window frame and wall.
Can I install a replacement window in a rough opening?
Replacement windows are not designed to be installed in rough openings. They are designed to be installed inside of an existing window opening with the sashes removed. If the exterior side of the wall has been stripped down to the sheathing, you would want to use a new construction window.
HOW DO built in blinds work?
You operate the blinds using a remote control, or via a magnetic slider that runs along the side. Still, having the blinds inside the glass changes the look and behavior of your window treatments and, potentially, the energy efficiency of your whole window.
What are rails and stiles of a window?
These are the side pieces that form the window frame and hold the sash that holds the glass. They run vertically from the top of the window to the bottom. Rails are the horizontal pieces that connect the stiles or vertical pieces of the window. They help hold the glass in place.