Window Terms Glossary 

Lancet Window: A Tall, narrow window with a pointed-arch top, characteristic of Gothic architecture, and often with leaded diamond shaped lights.

Latch: device on the interior face of the sash that retains the window sash in place.  It also allow the sash tilt in for easy cleaning.

Light or liteGlazing framed by muntins and/or sash in a window or door.

Lift rail: A handle or grip installed on the bottom of the lower sash rail of a double-hung window to make it easier to raise or lower the sash.

Low-E GlassGlass that has a coating with low emissivity that restricts the passage of radiant heat and UV light for better energy efficiency and protection from fading.