摘要 |
The window 1 has a top sash 2 and a bottom sash 3, the top sash being a top or side hung sash, and the bottom sash being a side hung sash, the window simulating the appearance of a traditional vertically sliding sash window when closed, wherein the sashes do not slide but can be fully opened for fire escape purposes. The top sash may be outwardly opening, and the bottom sash may be inwardly opening. The lower sash may have a locking handle 6 and sash locks 7, and the upper sash may have sash lock receivers 21. The top sash can have an offset sash ring 4 for pulling it shut, and may be attached to a frame 10 by friction hinges, such as variable geometry friction hinges. The window may be sealed by a compression seal system 17 comprising an espagnolette lock wedging system 14. |