Wood interior screen for out-swinging wood window
A window system includes an out-swinging window having an exterior surface, and an interior surface. The viewable portions of the interior surface are made of a first material. The window system also includes a jamb. The out-swinging window is pivotally attached to the jamb. A screen assembly is removably mountable to the jamb on the interior surface of the out-swinging window. The screen assembly further includes a frame portion with a viewable portion made of the first material. In some embodiments, the window system further includes a finish strip positionable between the screen of the screen assembly and the frame of the screen assembly and a set of instructions regarding the window system.
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This application is a continuation under 37 C.F.R. 1.53(b) of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/858,227 filed Jun. 1, 2004, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/348,632 filed Jan. 20, 2003 (now U.S. Pat. No. 6,779,580), which applications are incorporated by reference.
TECHNICAL FIELDThe present invention relates to out-swinging windows. More particularly the present invention relates to an interior screen for an out-swinging window.
BACKGROUNDWindows can be sorted into two categories. There are windows having fixed sashes and windows with operable or movable sashes. The windows with movable sashes can be opened while the windows having fixed sashes can not be opened. The windows having operable sashes can be further categorized. Among the categories of operable or movable sash type windows are out-swinging windows. Out-swinging windows include hardware that moves the window and window sash outwardly from the window frame or window jambs as the window is being opened. In other words, the window and window sash swing out away from the exterior of the building in which they are mounted. Out-swinging windows include casement windows, french casement windows, awning windows and Jalousie windows.
Screens are placed on most windows to keep unwanted pests from entering through the window while the window is in an open position. In the past, screens have been positioned on the exterior of a window or on the interior of the window. Screens for out-swinging windows are generally placed inside of the sash. In other words, the screens are placed on the interior side of the out-swinging window. In the past, the screens include a mesh material stretched over a metal frame. Generally, the color of the metal frame of the screen and the screen material itself differs from the color of the interior surfaces of an out-swinging window and also differs from the wood finish material on the interior of the window. The metal frame of the screen and the screen can always be seen from the living space. In other words, if the window can be seen, so can the metal frame and screen. The fact that the metal frame of the screen is made of a different material and is a different color generally detracts from an aesthetically pleasing look when viewed from the interior or living space in which an out-swinging wood window is used.
In addition, the screen frame is generally made of thin metal which must be very carefully handled to prevent bowing or permanent deformation. The screen is removable so that the window can be more easily cleaned from the interior living space where the window is used. If care is not exercised during the removal and replacement of the screen, the metal frame can undergo permanent deformation. The screen and the metal frame look even less aesthetically appealing when bent, bowed or permanently deformed. In addition, the bending or bowing, can also cause the screen to lose the ability to keep out bugs or other pests that are bothersome to humans when inside the living space.
SUMMARYA window system with an out-swinging wood window has an exterior surface, and an interior surface. The viewable portions of the interior surface are made of a first material. The window system also includes a jamb. The out-swinging window is pivotally attached to the head and sill. Operation hardware is connected to the out-swinging window and the jamb. The operation hardware moves the out-swinging window with respect to the jamb. A screen assembly is removably mountable to the jamb on the interior surface of the out-swinging window. The screen assembly further includes a frame portion with a viewable portion made of the first material. In some embodiments, the first material is wood. The frame of the screen assembly also includes a portion made from a second material. In some embodiments, the second material is metal, such as aluminum. The second material is substantially unseen at the interior surface of the window assembly. The portion made from the second material includes a slot adapted to receive and hold a spline. The portion made from the second material includes a first hook portion, a second hook portion, a channel, and a spline receiving slot. The screen assembly further comprises a corner key for attaching a first frame section to a second frame section. The first portion of the screen assembly includes a first groove for engaging a first hook portion and a second groove for engaging the second hook portion. In some embodiments, the window system further includes a finish strip positionable between the screen of the screen assembly and the frame of the screen assembly.
An interior mesh or cloth screen assembly for an out-swinging window includes a frame further having a first portion made from a first material, and a second portion made from a second material. A screen is affixed to the frame. In some embodiments, the second material is metal. The second portion further includes a first feature for attaching the first portion of the frame, and a second feature for attaching the first portion of the frame. The first portion of the frame has a first recess therein for receiving the first feature of the second portion of the frame, and the second portion of the frame has a second recess therein for receiving the second feature of the second portion of the frame. The second portion of the frame has a aperture therein. The interior screen assembly also includes a corner connecter. The corner connecter has a first leg and a second leg dimensioned to fit within the aperture of the second portion of the frame. The second portion of the frame has a slot therein. The interior screen assembly also includes a flexible spline. The edge of the screen and the flexible spline are positioned within the slot to affix the screen mesh or cloth to the frame. In some embodiments, the second portion of the frame snap fits with the first portion of the frame.
A window system includes an out-swinging window with an exterior surface, and an interior surface. The viewable portions of the interior surface are made of a first material. The window system also includes a jamb to which the out-swinging window pivotally attached. Operation hardware is connected to the out-swinging window and the jamb. The operation hardware moves the out-swinging window with respect to the jamb. The window system also includes a screen assembly removably mountable to the jamb on the interior surface of the out-swinging window. The screen assembly has a frame portion further with a first portion made from a first material, and a second portion made from a second material. The portion of the frame presented to the interior is made of the first material. The window system includes a finish strip adapted for positioning between the frame portion of the screen and a screen mesh or cloth material attached to the frame. In some embodiments, the window system also includes a set of instructions.
More specific features and advantages will become apparent with reference to the DETAILED DESCRIPTION, appended claims, and the accompanying drawing figures.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
In the following Detailed Description, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which form a part hereof, and in which are shown by way of illustration specific embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. It is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized and structural changes may be made without departing from the scope of the present invention.
Also shown on the interior surface 250 of the window system 100 is an operating hardware portion and housing 240, 242, respectively, which are associated with the operator hardware. In addition to the upper and lower track and hinge assemblies 122, the lower horizontal frame unit or jamb 114 is attached to the sash 119 (see
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Since the first portion 510 of the screen frame 210 is made of wood, it is possible that the first portion 510 will warp. The second portion 520, which is made of an extruded metal, will straighten the wood and also strengthen the screen surround so that it is a both rugged and naturally looking product. The first portion 510 or the screen surround also includes surfaces 740, 742, 744, 746 and 748. The surfaces 740, 742, 744, 746 and 748, as well as the grooves 726 and 730, are adapted to receive and essentially conform to corresponding surfaces on the screen cap or extruded metal portion or second portion of the screen frame 210. Thus, surfaces 740, 742, 744, 746, 748, and groove 726 and 730 are very tightly controlled in terms of their dimensions so that a snap-fit is produced and so that a surface conforming to the second portion 520 of the screen frame is produced. In essence, surfaces 740, 742, 744, 746, 748 and grooves 726, 730 are dimensioned to form a mating surface which will allow snap-fit engagement of the second portion 520 of the screen frame 210.
It will be understood that this disclosure, in many respects, is only illustrative. Changes may be made in details, particularly in matters of shape, size, material, and arrangement of parts without exceeding the scope of the invention. Accordingly, the scope of the invention is as defined in the language of the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A window assembly comprising:
- a window jamb;
- an out-swinging window rotatably coupled with the window jamb, and the out-swinging window includes at least an interior portion having a substantially transparent panel and a viewable portion made of a first material;
- a screen;
- a frame extending around the screen, the screen is coupled with the frame, and the frame is sized and shaped to couple with the window jamb, wherein the frame includes a first viewable portion coupled over a second portion, and the first viewable portion is similar in appearance to the first material; and
- wherein the first viewable portion substantially conceals the second portion.
2. The window assembly of claim 1, wherein the first viewable portion is a layer covering the second portion.
3. The window assembly of claim 1, wherein at least one of the first viewable portion and the second portion includes a first feature for coupling with the other of the first viewable portion and the second portion.
4. The window assembly of claim 3, wherein at least the first feature is substantially concealed between the first viewable portion and the second portion.
5. The window assembly of claim 1, wherein at least one of the first viewable portion and the second portion includes at least one groove sized and shaped to receive a first projection extending from the other of the first viewable portion and the second portion.
6. The window assembly of claim 5, wherein at least one of the first viewable portion and the second portion includes a second groove sized and shaped to receive a second projection extending from the other of the first viewable portion and the second portion, and the first groove and first projection cooperate with the second groove and second projection to snap-fit the first viewable portion with the second portion.
7. The window assembly of claim 1, wherein the first viewable portion includes a contoured profile.
8. The window assembly of claim 1, wherein the first material includes wood.
9. A screen assembly comprising:
- a screen;
- an out-swinging window screen frame for use with an out-swinging window frame, the out-swinging window screen frame extends around at least a portion of the screen, the out-swinging window screen frame including a first viewable portion coupled over a second portion, and the first viewable portion has a similar appearance to the out-swinging window frame; and
- the first viewable portion includes a contoured profile.
10. The screen assembly of claim 9, wherein the contoured profile includes curved and straight surfaces.
11. The screen assembly of claim 9, wherein the contoured profile includes uneven surfaces.
12. The screen assembly of claim 9, wherein the first viewable portion includes wood.
13. The screen assembly of claim 9, wherein the second portion includes a first projection and a second projection, and the first viewable portion includes a first groove and a second groove sized and shaped to respectively receive the first projection and the second projection.
14. The screen assembly of claim 9, wherein the first viewable portion is snap-fitted with the second portion.
15. The screen assembly of claim 9, further comprising a finish strip between the screen and the out-swinging window screen frame.
16. A screen assembly comprising:
- a screen;
- a frame sized and shaped to couple with an out-swinging window frame, the frame extends around the screen, and the frame includes a screen cap; and
- means for concealing the screen cap.
17. The screen assembly of claim 16, wherein the means for concealing the screen cap includes a first viewable portion coupled over the screen cap, and the first viewable portion has an appearance similar to an appearance of the out-swinging window frame.
18. The screen assembly of claim 16, wherein the means for concealing the screen cap includes a wood layer.
19. The screen assembly of claim 16, wherein the screen cap includes metal.
20. The screen assembly of claim 16, wherein the means for concealing the screen cap is coupled over the screen cap with a mechanical coupling.
21. A method for making a screen assembly comprising:
- coupling a screen with a frame, wherein the frame includes a first viewable portion and a second portion, and the frame is sized and shaped to couple with an out-swinging window frame; and
- coupling the first viewable portion with the second portion including positioning a first projection within a first groove sized and shaped to receive the first projection, and at least one of the first viewable portion and the second portion includes the first projection, and the other of the first viewable portion and the second portion includes the first groove.
22. The method for making the screen assembly of claim 21, further comprising substantially concealing at least the first projection and the first groove between the first viewable portion and the second portion.
23. The method for making the screen assembly of claim 21, wherein coupling the first viewable portion with the second portion includes snap-fitting a second projection into a second groove, and at least one of the first viewable portion and the second portion includes the second projection and the other of the first viewable portion and the second portion includes the second groove.
24. The method for making the screen assembly of claim 21, further comprising forming a contoured profile on the first viewable portion.
25. The method for making the screen assembly of claim 24, wherein forming the contoured profile on the first viewable portion includes forming the contoured profile with curved and straight surfaces.
Type: Application
Filed: Oct 17, 2005
Publication Date: Mar 16, 2006
Applicant:
Inventors: Brad Woodward (Warroad, MN), Lenny Wong (Warroad, MN), Tim Stoll (Warroad, MN), Anthony Head (Roosevelt, MN)
Application Number: 11/252,066
International Classification: A47H 1/00 (20060101);