FAQ's on Window Hardware

Q.1. What is a casement adjuster?
Ans. A casement adjuster is designed to allow a casement window to be opened and set in a fixed position so that the window doesn't get closed by wind, etc. Casement adjusters are mostly used for out-swinging windows.

 

Q.2. What is a sash?
Ans. Sash refers to a frame that holds the glass pane in a window.

 

Q.3. What is the use of surface bolt in a window?
Ans. A surface bolt is used for both windows and doors. A surface bolt is a device, which is attached on the surface of the fixed side of a pair of window to allow it to remain shut, when the other side is in use.

 

Q.4. What are sash lifts and on what type of windows they are used?
Ans. Sash lift is an extended handle, which is usually screwed to the inner bottom rail of the lower sash on a double-hung window. Sash lifts are mainly used for double-hung windows. They come in variety of finishes like lacquered brass, oil-rubbed bronze, polished nickel, brushed nickel, etc.

 

Q.5. What type of finishes are available for window hardware?
Ans. Finishes available with window hardware are varied. Some of the common finishes available include: polished brass, lacquered brass, unlacquered brass, polished nickel, brushed nickel, oil-rubbed bronze, etc.

 

Q.6. For what type of window casement adjuster can be used?
Ans. Casement adjuster are used only with out-swinging windows. They do not work with in-swinging windows.

 

Q.7. What are the different types of hinges available for windows?
Ans. Hinges are mainly used for opening and closing window panes smoothly. Hinges mostly used with windows include: butt hinge, flush hinge, concealed hinge and continuous hinge.

 

Q.8. What is a window hanger?
Ans. A hanger is a device meant for protecting wooden sash or screen frames to their window jambs.

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