Types of Window (Leaving Cert Construction Studies): Quizzes
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What are the three primary window types in Irish construction?
What are the three primary window types in Irish construction?
Casement, pivot, and sliding sash
Why did aluminium lose favour as a window frame material?
Why did aluminium lose favour as a window frame material?
Poor thermal performance and condensation
In casement windows, what are non-opening sections called?
In casement windows, what are non-opening sections called?
Fixed lights
What are pivot windows called when installed in ceiling applications?
What are pivot windows called when installed in ceiling applications?
Rooflights
What is a key operational advantage of pivot windows?
What is a key operational advantage of pivot windows?
Both glass surfaces cleaned from inside
What traditional mechanism balanced sliding sash windows?
What traditional mechanism balanced sliding sash windows?
Weight and pulley system
What is the top section of a casement window frame called?
What is the top section of a casement window frame called?
Head
How do uPVC casement frames differ from timber frames?
How do uPVC casement frames differ from timber frames?
Bulky hollow sections, less rigid
Which stripping type offers excellent sealing performance for casement windows?
Which stripping type offers excellent sealing performance for casement windows?
Tubular strips
What traditional design feature did sliding sash glazing bars have?
What traditional design feature did sliding sash glazing bars have?
Tapered: thicker at base, tapering up