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Glossary
Knowing the right names for parts of your window can help you avoid confusion. Read through these important window parts terms and definitions for Durabuilt windows and you’ll be set.
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SDL
Abbreviation for simulated divided lites that are permanently applied to the outside and inside of the glass to replicate the look of authentic divide lites.
SHGC
Abbreviation for solar heat gain coefficient, a ratio showing the amount of the sun’s heat that can pass through the product. The higher the number, the more solar heat the product gains.
SHIM
Material used to support a window in the rough opening in a square, level and plumb position.
Sash
Operating component of a window that includes the insulated glass unit.
Sidelite
Panel on the side of a door unit to provide light or decoration.
Single Hung
An operating style of window with a fixed top panel and a lower sash that slides up vertically with the aid of balances to provide ventilation.
Site Glazing
Service provided to home builder to reduce the weight of a window for installation.
Slider Window
An operating style of window with a fixed side panel and a sliding sash that slides up horizontally on rollers.
Slimline Brickmould
5/8” wide aluminum door brickmould with nail fin communing used for new build applications.
Sloped Sill
Vinyl window component used with 2” Reno brickmould for full frame window replacement and replicates the look of traditional wood windows.
Smooth Star®
Therma-Tru® fiberglass door slab with a smooth, paintable surface.
Snap-On Cover
Removable strip used with our 2” and 1 ½” Reno brickmould that can be removed to install the window.
Snubber
Interlocking bracket attached at the side of a casement sash and the top of an awning window to pull the sash tightly to the frame.
Solarban 60
PPG low-e glass coating designed to deflect sunlight to reduce heat build-up, and reflects more significant UV rays.
Stain Grade Jamb
Clear wood material used for door frames or window jamb extensions.
Stainable Fir Laminate
Durable, vinyl laminate applied to the interior of Durabuilt Omega, Hybridex and Vivacé windows that feature an authentic fir grain and can be easily stained or painted.
Sungate 400
PPG low-e glass coating designed to allow heat gain, and then works to retain it in the home, reducing your energy costs.
Super Spacer®
Non-metallic, low conductivity foam spacer bar that separates the glass panes and greatly reduces the potential of glass edge condensation. All Durabuilt windows feature Super Spacer®.
Sweep
Weatherstrip mounted to the bottom of a door slab that provide the seal to the door sill.
T-Post Mullion
Solid, common mullion used for door and sidelite combinations.
Tempered Glass
Safety glass processed by controlled thermal treatment to increase its strength compared with normal glass.
Therma-Tru®
Manufacturer of fiberglass doors, door lite and door frame components used to manufacture Durabuilt door products.
Tilt Slide Patio Door
Patio door that operates by the use of a single handle and provides pull in and slide function for full ventilation and egress and a tilt in function for secure ventilation. Durabuilt offers Vivacé Tilt Turn windows.
Tilt Turn Window
Venting window that operates by the use of a single handle and provide a swing in function for full ventilation and egress and a tilt in function for secure ventilation. Durabuilt offers Vivacé Tilt Turn windows.
Transom
Window mulled above another window or door.
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