Windows

Question 1

4 vital functions of windows

Answer 1

1. To admit light
2. To admit air (ventilation)
3. Protection from outside elements
4. To frame the visual beauty of the exterior

Question 2

Exterior factors to evaluate in the installation of windows

Answer 2

1. Climate
2. Orientation
3. Prevailing breeze
4. Architectural style
5. To frame the visual beauty of the exterior

Question 3

Interior factors to evaluate in the installation of windows

Answer 3

1. Light
2. View
3. Ventilation
4. Safety

Question 4

Window type that has two sashes, one or both of which slide up and down

Answer 4

Double-Hung window

Question 5

Window type with one or more sashes that are hinged on a vertical edge , opens from the side

Answer 5

Casement window

Question 6

Window type that is wide and set high off the floor, usually has sliding sashes

Answer 6

Ranch or Strip window

Question 7

Window type that has wide, horizontal sashes that open outward to any angle, can be usually left open when its raining

Answer 7

Awning Window

Question 8

Window type that is identified by narrow, horizontal strips of glass that open by means of a crank to any desired angle

Answer 8

Jalousie Window

Question 9

Window type that frames an outside view, it may consist of one large fixed pane of glass that cannot be opened.
It may have movable sections on one or both sides or above and below, which can be opened for ventilation

Answer 9

Picture Window

Question 10

Window type that is projecting from the house in an alcove-like extension of the room

Answer 10

Dormer Window

Question 11

Window type that has a main characteristic of an angle at the top where the window follows the line

Answer 11

Slanting Window

Question 12

Window type that has three or more windows set at an angle to each other in a recessed area

Answer 12

Bay Window

Question 13

A curved window, sometimes called a circular bay

Answer 13

Bow Window

Question 14

Window type that is side by side, if there are more than one window they are often called multiple windows

Answer 14

Double Window

Question 15

Window type that has come in pairs and often open onto a porch or a patio, sometimes called “French windows”

Answer 15

French Doors

Question 16

Window type that comes together at the corner of a room

Answer 16

Corner Windows

Question 17

Window type known as today’s functional version of French Doors, often set into a regular wall, but are sometimes part of a modern “glass wall”

Answer 17

Sliding Glass Doors

Question 18

A shallow window set near the ceiling

Answer 18

Clerestory Window

Question 19

An arched top window with straight panes below the arch

Answer 19

Palladian Window

Question 20

Group of basic window units made to fit together, forming a veritable “wall”of windows

Answer 20

Glass Wall

Question 21

Major reason for treating or uses of windows, critical when in bedrooms or bathrooms

Answer 21

Privacy

Question 22

Benefits of layering window treatments, provides insulation in both hot and cold climates

Answer 22

Energy Conservation

Question 23

Window direction plays a major role, depending on where the windows are facing. Multi-layered treatments help filter out light and glare

Answer 23

Light Control

Question 24

Uses of framing a window with curtain and drapes that will add to the exterior view, reduce the harsh straight lines of the window treatment

Answer 24

View Enhancement

Question 25

Benefits of layering window treatment for insulation help to control noise

Answer 25

Acoustics and Noise Control

Question 26

Uses of window treatments , to cover or conceal defects on the wall, to decorate the wall, to relieve the monotony of unbroken wall space

Answer 26

Aesthetics

Question 27

Category of window treatments used to accent an open, airy feeling, made of very thin fabric. This provides maximum amount of light to enter.

Answer 27

Sheers

Question 28

Category of window treatments that diffuse light for a little privacy. Fabric used is thicker than the Glass curtain, may be used alone or with draperies.
People won’t see you during the day, but at night they will be able to do so.

Answer 28

Semi-Sheers

Question 29

Category of window treatments where it provides partial blockage of light when curtains are closed . At night you can only see shadows on the inside from the outside

Answer 29

Semi-Opaque

Question 30

Category of window treatment when a person wants maximum privacy and light blocking. This treatment include most hard window treatments and lined curtain

Answer 30

Opaque

Question 31

One of the main characteristics of a window treatment like draperies, curtains, and shades that are made of fabric

Answer 31

Soft Window Treatments

Question 32

Type of a soft window treatment that uses a thick kind of fabric and is made with pleats, also used for privacy and elimination of light

Answer 32

Draperies

Question 33

A kind of drape that is stationary, no function

Answer 33

Overdrapes

Question 34

A kind of drape that can be pulled across the window, uses a traverse rod, master carrier and pull cords.

Answer 34

Draw Draperies

Question 35

A kind of soft window treatment, generally shirred or smocked or have headings attached to a rod. Can be also pleated and hung on a rod with the use of hooks. Usually a term for informal window treatments such as cafe curtains

Answer 35

Curtains