Double-hung window

Double-Hung Window - Two sashes, top and bottom, that slide vertically past each other, joined by a meeting rail and held in any open position by means of weights or one of several types of balancing devices.

Double-hung window: Double-hung windows have two sashes which, when both are closed, are positioned one immediately above the other.

Double-hung Window A window which operates by means of two sashes that slide vertically past each other.
Downspout A metal or plastic tubing connected to the gutter for runoff.

Double-hung window
A window unit that has two operable sashes which move vertically in the frame.
Drip cap
A molding placed on the top of the head brickmold or casing of a window frame.

Double-Hung Window
A window with two moveable sash that slide vertically past one another, with a counterweight on each side.
Eaves ...

Double-hung window: A window with two vertically moving sashes, each closing a different part of the window.
Drip cap: Horizontal exterior molding to divert water from the top casing so water drips beyond the outside of the frame.

Double-Hung Windows - Windows with two sashes sliding up and down
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Eaves - Lowest projecting part of a sloped roof ...

Multi-paned double-hung windows with thick muntins were aligned horizontally and vertically with five second floor windows positioned directly above the first story windows with the center window placed above the front door.

Sash Cord In double-hung windows, the rope or chain that attaches the sash to the counter balance.

Sash: Any framework of a window; may be movable or fixed; may slide in a vertical plane (as in a double-hung window) or may be pivoted (as in a casement window).

meeting rail The rail of a double-hung window sash designed to interlock with the adjacent rail.
modillion A projecting scroll-shaped bracket or simple horizontal block arranged in series under the soffit of a cornice.

Multi-pane, double-hung windows with shutters
Dormers
Temple-like entrance: porticos topped by pediment
Paneled doors with sidelights and topped with rectangular transoms or fanlights
Center entry-hall floor plan ...

Bottom Rail - The lower rail of the bottom sash of a double-hung window.
Box Sill - A type of sill employing a continuous header with the appearance being responsible for the name.

MEETING RAIL
Top member of lower sash and bottom member of upper sash in double-hung window.
MODILLION
Horizontal, often scroll-shaped bracket placed under eaves and other overhangs.

Two story rectilinear volume
Low pitched gable roofs covered with shingles or tiles
Projecting cantilevered second floor balconies with wood railings
Colonial double-hung windows; louvered shutters
Plaster walls
Picket fences around gardens ...

eave overhangs, exposed roof rafters, decorative beams and braces commonly added under gables, porches with roofs supported by tapered square columns, which usually extended to the ground beyond the porch. 4-over-1 or 6-over-1 double-hung windows, ...

Other characteristics typically include small porches or balconies, Roman or semi-circular arcades and fenestration, wood casement or tall, double-hung windows, canvas awnings, and decorative iron trim.

It is typically characterized by construction in red brick with white or colored trim and double-hung windows, central halls, elaborately turned stair balusters, paneled and warmly colored walls, fine woodwork, and white plastered ceilings.

Multi-pane, double-hung windows with shutters, dormers, and paneled doors with sidelights topped with rectangular transoms or fanlights help dress up the exteriors which are generally wood or brick.

See also: Double-hung, Floor, House, Brick, Molding