Building Construction Handbook, Eighth Edition

Horizontally Sliding Sash Windows ~ these are an alternative

format to the vertically sliding or double hung sash windows shown

on pages 372 & 373 and can be constructed in timber, metal,

plastic or combinations of these materials with single or double

glazing. A wide range of arrangements are available with two or

more sliding sashes which can have a ventlight incorporated in the

outer sliding sash.

Typical Horizontally Sliding Sash Window Details ~

timber subframe

window

frame bedded

in sealant

nylon slipper

shoes and

polypropylene

pile seals

head of

timber

subframe

anodised

aluminium

framing

integral

pull

handle

inner

sash

bushed

nylon

rollers

sill of

timber

subframe

outer sash inner sash

outer sash

ELEVATION

factory glazed anodised aluminium

horizontal sliding sash

integral pull handle

window frame sealant

bedded

inner sliding sash

weather sealed meeting stiles

outer sliding sash

timber subframe

VERTICAL SECTION

weather seal

HORIZONTAL SECTION

Sliding Sash Windows