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Glossary

 


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Double Hung
A window consisting of two-sashes of glass operating in a rectangular frame. Both upper and lower halves slide up and down to open.

Double Strength Glass
One-eighth thick glass. Strength refers to thickness.

Drapery
The painting on glass that defines the drapery robes of figures, usually Biblical.

Drapery Glass
Heavily manipulated, folded or rippled glass that forms "drapes" that may be one inch or more thick.

Dry Glazing
A method of securing glass in a frame with just resilient gaskets.

Dutchman
To cover a crack during repair, a flange of lead is applied over the crack, tucked under adjoining leads and soldered in place. This procedure has generally been replaced with either edge gluing or a thin copper foiled line.

European Antique
Mouth-blown antique glass from Europe and England.

Exterior Glazed
Glass set from the exterior of the building.

Exterior Glazed
Glass set from the exterior of the building.

Exterior Stop
The molding that holds the light on the exterior of the frame.

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