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SashA single assembly of stiles and rails made into a frame for holding glass.
Sash CordThe rope or chain attaching the sash to the counter balance.
Sash GuideA part of the sash of a window usually made from some type of plastic, which allows the window to move freely within the frame.
Sash HeadThe uppermost horizontal member of the sash.
Sash JambThe outermost vertical members of a sash.
Sash LiftA protruding handle screwed to the inside bottom rail of the lower sash on a double-hung window.
Sash SillThe bottom member or rail of a sash. Also known as a lift rail.
Sash StopA device placed near the top of the jambs of a hung window to prevent the sash from striking the head of the window.
Sash WeightsThe concealed cast-iron weights used to counterbalance the sash in older double-hung windows.
Screen SplineA thin strip of plastic foam used to hold screen cloth (mesh) into a screen frame.
SealantA compound used to fill and seal a joint or opening, as contrasted to a sealer, which is a liquid used to seal a porous surface. Also, the material used to seal the edges of insulated glass.
Secondary LockA lock on a window or door in addition to the primary locking device. This lock is required by some building codes for additional security. Also referred to as double locks.
Setting Block(see shims)
ShimsWood or rubber wedges used to secure the window or door unit in the rough or masonry opening in a square, level and plumb position during and after installation.
Side LightsTall, narrow, fixed or operating sash on either or both sides of a door to light an entryway or vestibule. Narrow fixed units mulled or joined to door units to give a more open appearance. Tall, narrow, fixed or operating sash on either or both sides of a door to light an entryway or vestibule.
Side Rail(see sash jamb)
SillThe main horizontal member forming the bottom of the frame of a window or door..
Sill ExtenderAn extrusion that is attached to the bottom of the window to cover the gap between the sill and the rough opening.
Single HungA type of hung window with only the lower sash being operable.
Slider WindowA window in which the sash move horizontally. Sliders are available in a 2- or 3-lite configuration, with the 3-lite having operable end vents.
Sliding Glass DoorA type of door with one or more horizontally sliding glass panels. This type of door acts as a window, as well as, a door. It is commonly used for access to patios and may be called a Patio Door.
Spacer BarA hollow tube with flat sides used around the perimeter of insulated glass to separate the sheets of glass. The tube, usually made of roll formed thin aluminum sheet, is vented to the interior of the piece of insulated glass and is normally filled with a desiccant to absorb any moisture that might have been present during the manufacture of the insulated glass.
Spiral Balance(see balance)
StileThe main vertical members of the framework of a sash.
StopA molding used to hold, position or separate window parts.
StrikeA part of a locking device into which the moving portion of the latch engages. The moving parts to the lock are usually located on the sash or panel of a window or door, while the strike is located on the jamb or meeting rail.
Strike PlatePlate attached to door jamb, which receives the latch, when the knob or lever is turned, allows the door to be closed or opened.
