Horizontal-Sliding-Windows - Revision history

Simcha at 20:10, 20 January 2013

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	=== Multi-Panes ===		=== Multi-Panes ===
−	Multi-pane replacement horizontal sliding windows are available with double or triple panes of glass. The air between the glass panes acts as an insulator. Specific window manufacturers offer the option to insulate the gap between the panes with an insulating gas such as argon or krypton gas. Multi-pane windows increase resistance to heat transfer and enhance the level of thermal insulation of the replacement sash window. Industry observers suggest that homeowners who are renovating in an extreme climate consider a triple-pane window.	+	Multi-pane replacement horizontal sliding windows are available with double or triple panes of glass. The air between the glass panes acts as an insulator. Specific window manufacturers offer the option to insulate the gap between the panes with an insulating gas such as [[Argon Gas Windows\|argon]] or [[Krypton Gas Windows\|krypton]] gas. Multi-pane windows increase resistance to heat transfer and enhance the level of thermal insulation of the replacement sash window. Industry observers suggest that homeowners who are renovating in an extreme climate consider a triple-pane window.

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Simcha: /* Hardware */

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Hardware

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	Standard hardware for replacement horizontal sliding windows includes locks and handles. Hardware comes as a standard hard plastic but homeowners may request an upgrade to bronze or brass hardware if they wish.		Standard hardware for replacement horizontal sliding windows includes locks and handles. Hardware comes as a standard hard plastic but homeowners may request an upgrade to bronze or brass hardware if they wish.

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	[[Category:Replacement Windows]]		[[Category:Replacement Windows]]

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Framing Materials

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	The framing material is a major factor in a replacement horizontal sliding window's durability and energy efficiency and is a central aspect of a window's U-Rating. Replacement horizontal sliding windows which are produced with a quality framing materials have better insulation which will prevent leakage and heat transfer and will keep energy costs low.		The framing material is a major factor in a replacement horizontal sliding window's durability and energy efficiency and is a central aspect of a window's U-Rating. Replacement horizontal sliding windows which are produced with a quality framing materials have better insulation which will prevent leakage and heat transfer and will keep energy costs low.

−	Framing materials for replacement horizontal sliding windows include vinyl, fiberglass, wood/wood clad, composite and aluminum.	+	Framing materials for replacement horizontal sliding windows include vinyl, fiberglass, wood/wood clad, composite and aluminum.

	=== Vinyl ===		=== Vinyl ===

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2012-08-07T18:20:49Z

Sizes and Shapes

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	== Sizes and Shapes ==		== Sizes and Shapes ==
−	Replacement horizontal sliding windows are available in square shapes and rectangles, both wide rectangles and long rectangles. The horizontal rectangles are a more common sliding window alternative but large window openings may feature vertical-oriented sliding windows to provide a panoramic view. Sliding windows are often installed to provide a contemporary appearance, in which case tall, narrow sliding windows are used.	+	Replacement horizontal sliding windows are available in square shapes and rectangles, both wide rectangles and long rectangles. The horizontal rectangles are a more common [[Sliding-Windows\|sliding window]] alternative but large window openings may feature vertical-oriented sliding windows to provide a panoramic view. Sliding windows are often installed to provide a contemporary appearance, in which case tall, narrow sliding windows are used.

−	Replacement horizontal sliding window sizes may range from smaller sliders of 40 inches wide or tall to the largest sliding windows which are available in sizes of up to four feet wide or tall.	+	Replacement horizontal sliding window sizes may range from smaller sliders of 40 inches wide or tall to the largest sliding windows which are available in sizes of up to four feet wide or tall.

	== Benefits ==		== Benefits ==

Simcha at 18:19, 7 August 2012

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	== Considerations ==		== Considerations ==
−	Replacement horizontal sliding windows can be installed in wall openings which are next to walkways. They do not project outward, making them a suitable window which will not impede the flow of traffic. They are good window alternatives for hard-to-access areas because homeowners find it easy to operate and clean these windows. They don't require any type of physical effort to push them open as single hung and double hung windows often demand. Homeowners sometimes find that opening a single hung or double hung window requires exertion to push them upward to open, especially if there is a piece of furniture below the window which impedes accessibility.	+	Replacement horizontal sliding windows can be installed in wall openings which are next to walkways. They do not project outward, making them a suitable window which will not impede the flow of traffic. They are good window alternatives for hard-to-access areas because homeowners find it easy to operate and clean these windows. They don't require any type of physical effort to push them open as [[Single-Hung-Windows\|single hung]] and [[Double-Hung-Windows\|double hung windows]] often demand. Homeowners sometimes find that opening a single hung or double hung window requires exertion to push them upward to open, especially if there is a piece of furniture below the window which impedes accessibility.

	The contemporary look of replacement horizontal sliding windows makes them an appropriate window choice for both contemporary and traditional home styles.		The contemporary look of replacement horizontal sliding windows makes them an appropriate window choice for both contemporary and traditional home styles.

	== Placement ==		== Placement ==
−	Replacement horizontal sliding windows are an appropriate replacement window solution for living rooms, dining rooms, bathrooms, bedrooms, home offices and open spaces such as porches and conservatories. Horizontal sliding windows may also be used as an egress exit window if the opening is large enough to meet local codes. Sliding windows are installed in loft and attic rooms.	+	Replacement horizontal sliding windows are an appropriate [[Replacement-Windows\|replacement window]] solution for living rooms, dining rooms, bathrooms, bedrooms, home offices and open spaces such as porches and conservatories. Horizontal sliding windows may also be used as an [[Egress-Emergency-Exit-Windows\|egress exit window]] if the opening is large enough to meet local codes. Sliding windows are installed in loft and attic rooms.

	Generally, horizontal sliding windows are placed higher on walls, particularly in homes where children are present.		Generally, horizontal sliding windows are placed higher on walls, particularly in homes where children are present.

Simcha at 18:16, 7 August 2012

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	\|data8 = Windows manufactured with two sashes which move horizontally within the window frame.}}		\|data8 = Windows manufactured with two sashes which move horizontally within the window frame.}}

−	~~Replacement horizontal~~ sliding windows, also called gliding windows sliders or gliders offer a maximum glass area which open horizontally on tracks. The windows lift out easily for cleaning. Horizontal sliding windows glide open and closed horizontally as opposed to a hinged window which opens inward or outward or a vertical operating window in which the sashes slide up and down. Replacement horizontal sliding windows consist of two sashes which are mounted and installed on parallel rails within a window frame. Horizontal sliding windows offer versatility of size, shape, number of sashes within a frame, framing alternatives and glazing options. These windows provide unobstructed, expansive views and are one of the more moderately-priced operational windows on the market.	+	Horizontal sliding windows, also called gliding windows, sliders or gliders offer a maximum glass area which open horizontally on tracks. The windows lift out easily for cleaning. Horizontal sliding windows glide open and closed horizontally as opposed to a [[Swing-Windows\|hinged window]] which opens inward or outward or a [[Vertical-Sliding-Windows\|vertical operating window]] in which the sashes slide up and down. Replacement horizontal sliding windows consist of two sashes which are mounted and installed on parallel rails within a window frame. Horizontal sliding windows offer versatility of size, shape, number of sashes within a frame, framing alternatives and glazing options. These windows provide unobstructed, expansive views and are one of the more moderately-priced operational windows on the market.

	== Considerations ==		== Considerations ==

Simcha at 19:30, 6 August 2012

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	\|data8 = Windows manufactured with two sashes which move horizontally within the window frame.}}		\|data8 = Windows manufactured with two sashes which move horizontally within the window frame.}}

−	Replacement horizontal sliding windows, also called gliding windows sliders or gliders offer a maximum glass area which open horizontally on tracks. The windows lift out easily for cleaning.	+	Replacement horizontal sliding windows, also called gliding windows sliders or gliders offer a maximum glass area which open horizontally on tracks. The windows lift out easily for cleaning. Horizontal sliding windows glide open and closed horizontally as opposed to a hinged window which opens inward or outward or a vertical operating window in which the sashes slide up and down. Replacement horizontal sliding windows consist of two sashes which are mounted and installed on parallel rails within a window frame. Horizontal sliding windows offer versatility of size, shape, number of sashes within a frame, framing alternatives and glazing options. These windows provide unobstructed, expansive views and are one of the more moderately-priced operational windows on the market.
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−	Horizontal sliding windows glide open and closed horizontally as opposed to a hinged window which opens inward or outward or a vertical operating window in which the sashes slide up and down. Replacement horizontal sliding windows consist of two sashes which are mounted and installed on parallel rails within a window frame. Horizontal sliding windows offer versatility of size, shape, number of sashes within a frame, framing alternatives and glazing options. These windows provide unobstructed, expansive views and are one of the more moderately-priced operational windows on the market.	+

	== Considerations ==		== Considerations ==

Simcha at 19:28, 6 August 2012

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Simcha: /* Hardware */

2012-08-06T19:25:48Z

Hardware

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	==== Hardware ====		==== Hardware ====
	Standard hardware for replacement horizontal sliding windows includes locks and handles. Hardware comes as a standard hard plastic but homeowners may request an upgrade to bronze or brass hardware if they wish.		Standard hardware for replacement horizontal sliding windows includes locks and handles. Hardware comes as a standard hard plastic but homeowners may request an upgrade to bronze or brass hardware if they wish.
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Laurierappeport: /* Sliding Windows = */

2012-06-25T19:38:30Z

Sliding Windows =

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	Replacement horizontal sliding windows, also called gliding windows sliders or gliders offer a maximum glass area which open horizontally on tracks. The windows lift out easily for cleaning.		Replacement horizontal sliding windows, also called gliding windows sliders or gliders offer a maximum glass area which open horizontally on tracks. The windows lift out easily for cleaning.

−	== Sliding Windows ===	+	== Horizontal Sliding Windows ==
	Horizontal sliding windows glide open and closed horizontally as opposed to a hinged window which opens inward or outward or a vertical operating window in which the sashes slide up and down. Replacement horizontal sliding windows consist of two sashes which are mounted and installed on parallel rails within a window frame. Horizontal sliding windows offer versatility of size, shape, number of sashes within a frame, framing alternatives and glazing options. These windows provide unobstructed, expansive views and are one of the more moderately-priced operational windows on the market.		Horizontal sliding windows glide open and closed horizontally as opposed to a hinged window which opens inward or outward or a vertical operating window in which the sashes slide up and down. Replacement horizontal sliding windows consist of two sashes which are mounted and installed on parallel rails within a window frame. Horizontal sliding windows offer versatility of size, shape, number of sashes within a frame, framing alternatives and glazing options. These windows provide unobstructed, expansive views and are one of the more moderately-priced operational windows on the market.