Article | REF: C3622 V4

PVC windows

Author: Hubert LAGIER

Publication date: February 10, 2021, Review date: July 19, 2022

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8. Glossary

Caulking

Sealing of a joint between two elements, e.g. wall/window frame, whose main function is to ensure water and/or air tightness. This type of caulking is often referred to as a gasket.

Certification

Quality mark awarded to products meeting technical specifications defined in a reference system.

Sleeper

Frame attached to the shell. One or more sashes are attached to the window frame.

Durability

The ability of a material/product/work to maintain its mechanical, sealing, functional and appearance properties over time.

Extrusion

Shaping the material by passing it through a die to give it its final form.

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