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Parts of a Window
1. Head - The main horizontal member forming the top of the window or door frame.
2. Jamb - The main vertical members forming the sides of a window or door frame.
3. Frame - The combination of head, jambs and sill to form a precise opening in which a window sash or door panel fits.
4. Glazing - The process of applying or installing glass into a win¬dow sash or door panel. Also refers to the type of glass used in the process.
5. Pane - A framed sheet of glass within a window or door frame.
6. Sash - A single assembly of stiles and rails made into a frame for holding glass.
7. Sill - The main horizontal member forming the bottom of the frame of a window or door.
8. Muntin Bar - Any small bar that divides window or door glass. Also called a grille or windowpane divider.
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Window Care and Cleaning
Below is a list of cleaners for specific circumstances recommended by the Vinyl Window and Door Institute.
Cleaners to Remove Stains from Vinyl Window and Door Frames:
Bubble Gum: Fantastik®, Murphy Oil Soa®, Solution of vinegar (30%) and water (70%), Windex®
Crayon: Lestoil®, DAP®
Oil-Based Caulk: Fantastik®
Felt Tip Pen: Fantastik®, water-based cleaners
Grass: Fantastik®, Lysol®, Murphy Oil Soap®, Windex® Lipstick Fantastik®, Murphy Oil Soap®
Lithium Grease: Fantastik®, Lestoil®, Murphy Oil Soap®, Windex®
Mold and Mildew: Fantastik®, Solution of vinegar (30%) and water (70%), Windex®
Motor Oil: Fantastik®, Lysol®, Murphy Oil Soap®, Windex®
Oil: Soft Scrub®
Paint: Brillo® Pad, Soft Scrub®
Pencil: Soft Scrub®
Rust: Fantastik®, Murphy Oil Soap®, Windex®
Tar: Soft Scrub®
Top Soil: Fantastik®, Lestoil®, Murphy Oil Soap®
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