What Are Casement Windows? A Plain-English Guide
If you have been looking at new windows, you have almost certainly seen the word "casement" and wondered what ...
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What Are French Windows? Styles and Uses Explained
French windows are one of those terms that gets used loosely, and people often mean slightly different things ...
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Jun 5, 2026 12:41:00 PM
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What Are Friction Stays? uPVC Window Hinges Explained
If your uPVC window has started to sag when it is open, refuses to stay put, or has become stiff to close, ...
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Jun 4, 2026 1:52:00 PM
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What Are Tilt and Turn Windows? A Plain-English Guide
Tilt and turn windows are windows that open in two different ways from a single handle. Turn the handle one ...
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May 30, 2026 10:17:00 AM
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What Are Window Hinges? The Different Types Explained
Window hinges are the small metal mechanisms that let a window open and close while holding the sash firmly ...
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May 29, 2026 11:23:00 AM
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What Is a Bay Window? Styles and Shapes Explained
Bay windows are one of the most recognisable features on British homes, and York has them by the street-full. ...
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May 25, 2026 5:34:00 PM
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What Is a Window Board and What Does It Do?
A window board is the flat internal shelf that finishes off the bottom of a window inside your home. It is ...
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May 14, 2026 10:17:00 AM
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What Is a Window Frame? Parts and Materials Explained
A window frame is the surround that holds the glass in place, keeps the weather out and fixes the whole unit ...
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May 13, 2026 11:23:00 AM
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What Is a Window Sill? A Plain-English Guide
A window sill is the flat shelf that sits at the bottom of a window opening, and it does more than hold your ...
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May 12, 2026 12:41:00 PM
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Window Cill or Window Sill? The Difference Explained
If you have ever wondered whether it is a window cill or a window sill, the short answer is that they mean ...
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May 7, 2026 9:05:00 AM