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BASIC WINDOW COVERINGS
 
SOFT EDGE: This refers to window coverings made from or with fabric; examples:
  • Drapery
  • Valances, swags, cascades
  • Cornice boards
  • Shades

HARD EDGE: This refers to window coverings made from metal, plastic or wood; examples:
  • Horizontal blinds
  • Vertical blinds
  • Shutters
  • Shades
  • Woven woods
Basic Window Terminology
 
Before you can start measuring, you will need to know some basic window terminology. The basic parts of a double hung window are labeled in the drawing below.
 

  1. Casing: The inside "frame" of the window which supports the sliding sashes.
  2. Lintel: Support beams over windows and doors. Commonly the top of the window opening.
  3. Sill: The horizontal part of the casing at the base of the window, which may or may not project into the room.
  4. Apron: The wood trim directly below the sill
  5. Trim: The moulding, which surrounds the window opening.
  6. Mullion: The vertical dividers between window frames in multiple windows. Also, the wood or metal strips between windowpanes.
  7. Muntin: Same as mullion except horizontal dividers.

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