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2. Window sill - Wikipedia

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   The bottom of a window frame sits on top of the window sill of the wall opening. [1] A window sill may span the entire width of a wall from inside to outside, as is often the case in basic masonry construction, making it visible on both the interior and exterior of the building. In such a case, the exterior window sill and interior window sill ...

3. Window capping - Wikipedia

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   Cladding applied to exterior window and door casing (brick-moulding) and their associated parts is often referred to as window capping or window cladding. This sort of capping is typically applied in order to eliminate the need to re-paint wood window trim. The aluminum capping helps to prevent wood rot by protecting the wood from water and ...

4. Lintel - Wikipedia

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   In the case of windows, the bottom span is referred to as a sill, but, unlike a lintel, does not serve to bear a load to ensure the integrity of the wall. Modern-day lintels may be made using prestressed concrete and are also referred to as beams in beam-and-block slabs or as ribs in rib-and-block slabs.

5. 50 Times Cheap Fixes Had A Major Impact On Home Life - AOL

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   Ended up sealing wood, painting window sill, and spraying foam around window. Room is significantly warmer all winter, and I'm working through all the other windows doing the same thing for $30 ...

6. 15 Things That Will Always Fail a Home Inspection (and ... - AOL

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   Rotted wood can hide in window sills and under your decking. Your home inspector will use an awl to probe untreated wood and see if any rot is present. Fix: Examine the corners of windows and doors.

7. Window covering - Wikipedia

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   Window coverings comprise materials used to cover a window to manage sunlight, privacy, additional weatherproofing or for purely decorative purposes. Window coverings are typically used on the interior side of windows, but exterior solutions are also available. Window coverings may be used to manage overheating and glare issues due to sunlight.