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What kinds of pioneer homes were built trees were abundant?
log cabin
Did the Romans create a number of pictorial stained glass pieces?
Primitive windows were just holes in a wall. Later, windows were covered with animal hide, cloth, or wood. The Romans were the first to use glass for windows. In Alexandria ca. 100 AD, cast glass windows, albeit with poor optical properties, began to appear. The Romans has stained glass objects but stained glass windows were not made until around 800AD This came from wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stained_glass#History http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medieval_stained_glass
Were there stained glass windows in castles?
Castles didn't have stain glass windows ( some do today because they have been added) because they were built for protection and defense.
What materials are used to build modern homes?
Modern homes are typically constructed using a variety of materials, including wood, concrete, steel, and glass. Wood is commonly used for framing and finishes due to its versatility and aesthetic appeal. Concrete offers durability and energy efficiency, while steel provides structural support and fire resistance. Additionally, glass is frequently utilized for windows and facades to enhance natural light and connectivity with the outdoors.
Did they have stain glass windows in the middle ages church?
Much of the most beautiful stained glass work that has ever been done was done for the windows of European cathedrals between 1100-1600 AD.
Why do some homes have two panes of glass?
Homes with two panes of glass in windows have double-glazed windows, which offer better insulation and noise reduction compared to single-pane windows. The space between the panes is typically filled with insulating gas to improve energy efficiency.
What are the windows called that have 6-8 separate glass panels and which cranks open that were frequently used in the 60s in Florida homes?
They are called trellis windows.
What are pgt windows and where can I buy them?
PGT stands for "Progressive Glass Technology Industries". Pgt windows, are windows made from glass that is very durable and used mostly in homes that are prone to heavy wind weather. You can find them at any hardware store, such as Lowe's.
Did the poor homes of 1666 have windos with glass?
In 1666, most poor homes did not have windows with glass. Instead, they typically had openings covered with wooden shutters or oiled cloth to let in light while providing some protection from the elements. Glass windows were expensive and primarily found in wealthier households. Thus, the lack of glass was a common characteristic of lower-income dwellings during that time.
In Smiling hill farm why did uncle William call the glass window panes wolfskin windows?
I am not a pioneer but I am just guessing what they are,so I think they are windows paid for by wolfskin.What,it's just a guess!....
What services are included in the occupational category of glass and glazing work?
installing plate glass in storefronts and other commercial buildings, cutting and installing windowpanes for homes, and tinting windows.
What did people do to protect there homes during bombing?
One thing they did was tape up all the windows so the glass didnt shatter
Why do some homes have two panes of glass separated by air?
Double glazing provides better insulation against heat loss, and lessens outside sound, than does windows with a single pane of glass.
Why don't ancient Celtic homes have windows?
because they where invented later by the roman
Why are glass windows called windows?
Glass windows are called windows because with the help of glass windows you can see the outside world even without open the window unlike the normal window.
Why are very old homes glass is often thicker at the bottom of windowpanes?
It is a myth that very old homes have windowpanes with thicker glass at the bottom. This misconception likely arose due to the way glass was made in the past, which resulted in uneven thickness rather than intentional design. Old glass windows may appear thicker at the bottom due to the effects of gravity over time.
Can glass from windows be re-used as windows?
Yes, because glass can melt.
