What is a window muntin?

What is a window muntin?

Muntins are the narrow strips of wood that divide the individual panes of glass in a traditional sash. In the case of so-called “simulated divided lites,” grilles resembling muntins are either sandwiched between double glass panes or else installed over the outer surface of the glass to give a divided look.

Can you remove muntins from windows?

Glued vinyl grilles and grilles inside two panes of glass can’t be removed. Many replacement windows use vinyl window grilles to provide the appearance of several panes of glass. The most common window-grille installation simply uses a frame retainer on the inside of the window.

What do mullioned windows look like?

Mullioned windows often have unusual shapes, and they are frequently arched at the top. Gridded windows are square or rectangular, and the grid is regular, with evenly spaced panes of glass divided into a grid, rather than large blocks of glass divided by mullions or transoms.

What part of a window is the mullion?

A mullion refers to the vertical piece of wood separating the panes of glass, not both the verticals and the horizontal stile pieces. Today, mullions are the vertical bars between the panes of glass in a window. As with muntins, their role is primarily decorative now.

Is there a way to clean in between double pane windows?

A hanger wrapped with a thin cloth or pantyhose can also work to clean the surface of the glass. You can also try using a turkey baster to drip in a few drops of rubbing alcohol; the alcohol will help clean the glass and can also help remove the moisture in between the glass panes.

What are mullioned windows and why were they used?

The purpose was to support the arch or lintel above the window, which was bearing the weight of the heavy stone wall. Mullions let Romanesque architects line their structures with openings, improving light and airflow in otherwise thick and stuffy buildings.