Abstract: A two sided colonial grid assembly for a closure and an assembly, such as a glass pane door or window, wherein the grid structure incorporates both real and false muntin bars as well as integral and false glazing beads. The assembly is structured to allow a snap-fit type of attachment of the glazing beads into the grid assembly and in engagement with the glass panes such that the entire assembly is structured to facilitate and reduce cost of assembling and manufacturing while providing an authenticate and aesthetically pleasing appearance.

Abstract: A door having an appearance of being entirely made of wood which is provided by panels of wood veneer adhesively secured to a core of thin gauge sheet metal panels. The sheet metal panels are adapted for this purpose by being imparted with horizontal and vertical fold lines which enable the panels to resist flexing and bending out of plane, to thereby contribute to anti-warping and other noteworthy features.

Abstract: A window contains a decorative grille bar assembly which is mounted atop a single glazing panel to simulate the presence of separate window panes. The grille bar assembly comprises a plurality of hollow metal extrusions which are connected to one another, and to the window frame, by plastic inserts which are press-fit in hollow ends of the grille bars. The inserts are connected to the grille bars and to the window frame by tongue-and-recess connections.

Abstract: A window grid includes plural pairs of orthogonally intersecting plate members adhesively mounted onto a window pane for simulation of a grid structure, as well as providing for strengthening of the window in use.

Abstract: A movable barrier capable of disassembly comprises a plurality of rails having at least one hollow at each edges thereof, a pair of stiles having holes formed at the positions of facing to the hollows of the plurality of rails, and means for combining the plurality of rails and the pair of stiles. Since the movable barrier according to the present invention can be disassembled and reassembled, transportation to a desired place is convenient. Further, broken or otherwise damaged portions of the movable barrier can be easily replaced or repaired.

Abstract: A decorative art glass grid system is intended for use in a double window pane unit. The unit itself fits into a window frame. The grid system comprises at least two elongated members to form a grid, a set of holding feet slidably positioned in the terminuses of the elongated members and, optionally, a set of resting pads positioned in the elongated members. Each elongated member has a first groove extending along one side of the member to receive an edge of an art glass pane, a second groove extending along an opposite side of the member to receive an edge of another art glass pane, and an interior channel. Each holding foot has a substantially flat base which has a groove in one face to receive the edge of an art glass pane and a post extending substantially vertically from the flat base to fit into the interior channel of the elongated member to hold it in place. Each resting pad has a flexible head portion which rests in the grooves and receives an edge of an art glass pane.

Abstract: A frame for a door or the like has a multiplicity of cross members formed with outer surfaces as supports for finishing panels and having their ends matingly engaged with joints formed by longitudinal sections forming the opposite longitudinal edges of the door and having seats engaging the panels.

Abstract: Apparatus for use in integrating multiple glass panels into a latticed-type structure (e.g., a door or window). The structure is a light-admitting, unified entity and includes a muntin which is positioned between two adjacent, coplanar glass panels. The Muntin carries a flange which is generally parallel to a plane defined by the glass panels, the flange being in engagement with first sides of the panels. A cap is positioned overlying the Muntin on a side of the glass panels opposite that on which the flange is disposed. The cap is positioned immediately adjacent, and in engagement with, second sides of the glass panels. Structure is provided to secure the cap to the Muntin in a manner such that visible surfaces of the cap and the flange are not marred. Securement is effected in a manner so that the glass panels are sandwiched between the cap and flange.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cross-connector of plastic material for hollow profiled window grill bars introduced into the insulating space of an insulated window assembly consisting of two panes. Such a cross-connector consists of four legs positioned perpendicularly to one another and being configured such that they be inserted into the ends of the hollow profiled window grill bars in order to become fixed with these bars which are fixed to the peripheral frame of the window at their other ends. The present invention achieves the advantages of increased flexure and torsional strengths, and lower weight, while using a plastic material containing break-throughs, or alternatively, recesses. In addition, angled pins positioned oblique to the direction of insertion of the cross-connector legs result in a tighter, more permanent connection.

Abstract: A clip is provided to be attached to a grille member, such as a decorative grille for a window, which is used to detachably secure the grille member to a frame or sash. The clip is secured in a cavity found at the end of the grille member by teeth which extend from the stem of the clip. The clip has a base which is connected to the stem of the clip at an oblique angle. The clip has a head portion which comprises two overlapping arcuate members which, when the grille member is in place, are flexibly biased against the frame or sash in order to detachably secure the grille member.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hollow sash muntin section (11) of metal, in particular aluminum, for insulation glazing, with a longitudinal welding seam (12a) invisibly disposed in a recess (8) in the section.

Abstract: A stabilizer for securing muntin bar within insulating glass windows has a primary insert, a secondary insert, and a pad which is attached to the primary insert by an attaching means. The primary and secondary inserts are insertible into open ends of muntin bar to secure the two ends into a desired angle. The secondary insert is attached to the primary insert by means of a pivot, allowing the same stabilizer to be used for a variety of angles. The pad is adjustable allowing it to fit against an associated spacer bar and secure the muntin bar between the panes of the insulating glass window.

Abstract: A window system has matching groups of window sashes which enable the creation of a great number of different window array patterns using modular, interchangeable sashes. The sashes have light-dividing mullions which intersect with the sash frame at a particular level or width point such that another sash when positioned adjacent to the sash will have its mullion or mullions positioned to continue the same mullion line through the two sashes. In preferred embodiments the sashes are all rectangular, some groups with linear mullions and some groups with diagonal, arcuate or elliptical mullions.

Abstract: A door assembly includes a door having an aperture therein and a window frame mounted in the aperture. A glazing member is mounted in the frame which has recesses formed about the glazing member. A trim panel dimensioned to overlie the glazing member has opposed ends seated in opposed recesses of the frame, and a filler strip has an engagement portion seated in another one of the recesses and a retainer portion extending outwardly of the recess.

Abstract: A concealed grill clip is used to secure a conventional grill to a window or door frame. The grill includes a plurality of grill bars secured to each other in right angular relation, each bar having a recess in each end thereof. A plurality of grill clips secure each grill to a frame. Each clip includes a frame engaging leg and a coupling leg. The frame engaging leg of each clip is secured to the window frame. The coupling leg of one embodiment presents an outwardly convex outer surface which engages in an angular recess in a grill bar with spring coupling effect. In another embodiment the coupling leg includes a rolled portion which engages in a arcuate recess in the grill bar with spring coupling action.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a muntin bar having different colors on opposite sides thereof including the steps of applying equal proportions of paint to a coil from which material is slit to form the muntin bars, slitting said coil in a dimension sufficient to form the bar and forming the material into a rectangular shape bar.

Abstract: A glazing system for a wooden door or window employs coextruded vinyl trim strips which have a planar base with flexible compression members and flexible seal tubes and a projecting barb extending from the base. The trim strips engage in kerfs in the window sash and the seal tubes are compressed against the window lights by extruded aluminum trim caps which engage with the trim strip barbs and against the sash. Sashes which have more than one light separated by a wooden muntin are glazed with a vinyl extruded muntin strip which is attached to the muntin so that a flexible seal tube which is a part of the muntin strip base overlies the glass lights on each side of the muntin. An extruded aluminum muntin cap is snap-fit to the muntin strip such that the muntin strip seal tubes are compressed against the window glass. The aluminum muntin cap and trim caps substantially cover and shield the trim strips and muntin strips from exposure to sunlight.

Abstract: A simulated windowpane molding is achieved by inner and outer elongated members adapted to be placed in facing relationship upon opposite sides of a windowglass. Each elongated member has a flat surface adapted to fit flush against the windowglass. Magnetic holding structure in the form of a strip of plastic material containing a ferromagnetic powder, or a series of permanent magnets in bar form is disposed upon the flat surface of at least one elongated member. The flat surface of the other elongated member is either equipped with the same magnetic holding structure or material, such as iron, which is attracted by a magnet. When the two elongated members are brought into facing, mirror-image juxtaposition upon an intervening windowglass, the force of attraction between the two members is sufficient to cause the members to be securely positioned upon the windowglass.

Abstract: A joint adaptable for use in a closure, and a closure employing such a joint, which joint comprises a first member and a second member, the first member substantially copingly fitting the second member in a joint footprint and establishing a boundary between the inside and outside of a closure across the expanse of the joint footprint. The first member and second member cooperate to establish a via substantially at the boundary, which via is of appropriate dimension to accept application of a weather-sealing material to establish a weather-resistant barrier at the boundary.

Abstract: A window grid to change the appearance characteristics of a window having a single large window pane to a window having a plurality of smaller window panes or lights. The window grid includes at least one muntin having a thin, rotatable and eccentrically mounted cam lock at each end for engaging the window sash along the surface of the window pane and inwardly of the glazing to securely but detachably lock the muntin to the window sash. The window grid also includes an intersection between muntins which have the same external dimensions with one of the muntins including a passageway therethrough which has a periphery formed by slightly deforming outer portions of the muntin to receive the other muntin therethrough with a friction locking member securing the muntins in their intersected relation.

Abstract: A divided light door which includes an integrated core panel and a lattice frame mounted in a frame-receiving opening provided in the core panel. The lattice frame includes inner frame pieces extending across each other and interlocked with each other. Veneer pieces covering the core panel and edge band strips form the faces of the door.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new method for making partitions in fixed or openable by means of drawing aside, pushing or pulling, window or door frames, bearing glass panels. The method is implemented by means of a series of standardized profiles made form aluminium, plastic or other desired material. As illustrated in FIG. 14, which is proposed for publication, the method is in particular implemented by means of a first profile designed so as to receive a glass panel and a second profile fitted onto the first to form horizontal and vertical partitions, as well as a third and fourth standardized profiles used in the circumference of the window or door frame.

Abstract: A pre-formed insulated wall construction unit comprising a support framework utilizing spaced, spanning members mounted between upper and lower cross members to form a wall unit having a series of open compartments with opposed side edges defined by the spaced, spanning members and opposed end edges defined by the upper and lower cross members. The open compartments are occupied by rigid insulation with grooves cut about the insulation's edges. The opposed side edges and the opposed end edges of the compartments have an attached sealing strip with a T shaped cross-section, the head of the T being an attachment flange to secure the strip to a framework member, and the leg of the T being an engagement flange formed with flexible angled fingers to seal in the grooves in the rigid insulation in order to hold the insulation securely within each open compartment and seal the edges of the insulation.

Abstract: An entry door system constructed of panels having a metal skin filled with insulating rigid foam core and having a unique wood facing and whereby the system has exceptional insulating qualities while projecting the beauty of a wood door. The system includes door and side panel components of substantially the same construction, except for the size, and provides for a versatile arrangement of panel components which in different selected combinations can be secured together into a single unit ready to be installed. The wood facing of the core filled panels includes wood stile and rail facing pieces and one or more raised panel subassemblies comprising a base panel to which is secured a raised panel with decorative wooden beads located at their perimeters which creates a wood picture frame look on the outer surfaces of the panels.

Abstract: An imitated carved wooden door includes: a plastic leather imitating a wooden surface having three-dimensional recess and extending portions formed therein by an integral molding process, a lining core body reinforced in the surface plastic leather retained in a supporting framework, wherein the lining core body may be pre-formed by a molding process having three-dimensional recess and extending portions engageable with the recess and extending portions of the surface plastic leather so as to form an imitated carved wooden door having a more vivid three dimensional structure approaching a real carved wooden door.

Abstract: The internal muntin bars of an insulated window assembly include spaced apart component bars. Each component bar extends between opposite sides of the perimeter bar and has cooperating notches for engagement with the adjacent component bar which crosses it. A telescoping fastener with disc-like heads is received in a center opening at the intersection of crossing muntin bars and serves to lock the bars together and fill the space between the glass panes. The legs of a U-shaped retainer are received in the open ends of the component bars and are secured to the perimeter bar.

Abstract: A glazing unit having a quadrangular sash mounted to an opening of a wall or of a door and carrying a large glass pane. A decorative grille is applied against the surface of the glass pane. The grille is releasably connected to the sash thanks to invisible clips. The grille is made of muntin rods which are easily assembled, thanks to double headed couplers, joining intersecting sections of the muntin rods, and also single head couplers, joining the muntin rods to the peripheral frame of the grille.

Abstract: A frame and muntin assembly for use in a window or with another thin panel for a building structure. In a window the frame has interconnected frame members extending along the periphery of the window pane and each having an elongated outwardly protruding segment located outside the periphery of the window pane and offset in front of it, an elongated blind groove between the outwardly protruding segment and the periphery of the window pane, and an elongated inwardly protruding segment offset behind the outwardly protruding segment and engaging the front of the window pane. Muntins extend across the front between different locations along the grooves and are attached to the frame members by fastener elements received in the grooves. The muntins are flush with the outwardly protruding segments of the frame members.

Abstract: A window assembly creating a multi-pane appearance of a single mounted glazing panel, includes a panel, a frame, a grille and retainer slides slidably mounted on the grille for securely but releasably attaching the grille to the frame. The frame and panel cooperate to define a gap therebetween which is adapted to releasably receive a portion of the retainer slide.

Abstract: A wooden door for installation as the entry door of a new or remodeled residence is completely factory prefinished by fabricating all wooden parts to accurate dimensions and staining all these parts, including cut-outs in the door blank for a lock assembly and other hardware, before assembly. After preliminary staining and assembly, all final finishing operations are performed on the door, and it is packaged in a protective package, along with its hardware, and shipped as a separate item to the resident site. The frame in which the prefinished door is to be mounted in the completed residence is also factory assembled, a temporary door of expendable quality is installed therein, and the frame and temporary door are shipped to the site independently of the final door for installation as soon as the residence has been completed to the point where installation of the door frame is in order.

Abstract: The invention relates to a framework structure for a "cottage pane" style door or window. The framework structure includes a series of tubular framework elements defining formations whereby these elements are frictionally held together in their operative configuration. When so held, tie rods can pass through the auxiliary elements and apertures in the primary elements for bracing the complete structure into a unit.

Abstract: A door assembly having compression molded skins and compression molded panel is disclosed. The panel may be molded with one of the skins or molded separately. The surfaces of the panel and a surface of each of the skins have a textured pattern which simulates the grain and texture of a wood door. A core is positioned between said skins. The construction of the skins permits effective introduction of foam to form the core therebetween following assembly of the skins.

Abstract: A plurality of concealed attachment clips are used for securing a grill to a window or door frame. The attachment clips are generally of L-shaped configuration, including a flat body portion having a pointed end, which is forcibly urged between the window or door frame and inner surface of the window or door pane. A coupling portion extends at substantially right angular relation from the body portion and includes a dome-shaped detente. The grill is comprised of grill bars, and each grill bar has a semi-spherical recess therein. The ends of the grill bars are forced over the detentes of the clips to releasably secure the grill to the window or door frame.

Abstract: A framing system comprising a sash having a top rail member, a bottom rail member, and a pair of stiles interconnecting the rail members at opposite sides of the sash, and a muntin framework inside the sash for supporting and separating a plurality of individual lights, such as windowpanes. The muntin framework comprises at least one exterior muntin bar extending generally vertically between the top and bottom rail members, at least one exterior muntin bar extending generally horizontally between the stiles, a plurality of interior muntin caps, at least one generally vertical connecting bar connecting said vertical muntin bar and a respective muntin cap, and at least one generally horizontal connecting bar connecting said horizontal muntin bar and a respective muntin cap.

Abstract: A window grid attachment device for removably attaching a decorative window grid to a window sash, adjacent a window pane. The device comprises a tubular barrel, a forward opening carried by one end of the barrel, a pin means carried by the barrel which is movable axially between an extended position, in which the tip of the pin protrudes forwardly of the barrel opening, and a retracted position, in which the pin is sheltered within the barrel. A finger operable handle is included for moving the device between extended and retracted positions. A latch means is carried by the barrel for releasibly latching the pin means to the barrel in the retracted position. The device is carried in an axial bore of a window grid member and allowed to contact a window sash in its extended position thereby removably attaching a window grid adjacent a window pane.

Abstract: An electrically conductive anti-intrusion device characterized by a free-standing grill of brittle frangible rods cantilevered across an opening to be protected, with a breakable electrical conductor within the rods, the rods and conductor being sufficiently fragile to snap upon an attempt to dislodge the grill, thereby generating an alarm.

Abstract: The insulated window assembly includes a pair of parallel-spaced glass panes, a plurality of intersecting metallic, internal muntin bars disposed in the space between the glass panes, a plurality of intersecting, wooden, exterior muntin bars affixed on the outer surface of the exterior glass pane and a plurality of wooden intersecting interior muntin bars affixed on the outer surface of the interior glass pane. The internal muntin bars have a thickness less than the space between the glass panes. The exterior and interior muntin bars are slightly wider than the internal muntin bars and are coincidentally aligned with each other and with the internal muntin bars to give the window panel assembly the appearance of a historically correct, authentic divided lite window having individual panes separated by conventional muntin bars.

Abstract: A grid, the size of which is selectable to conform to a window opening, or the like, comprising(a) multiple couplings, and(b) elongated grid members having slidable telescopic interfit with said couplings to define(i) peripheral frame members, and(ii) other members which extend between the frame members.

Abstract: A thermal and moisture resistant door comprising a perimeter framework consisting of top and bottom rails and opposite vertical stiles and an interior framework secured to the stiles and rails. The interior framework consists of a series of panels fitted into the stiles and rails. The stiles and rails are a 9-ply structure consisting of a pine core having on the interior and exterior sides two cross-banding layers, a vapor barrier layer and an outer oak veneer. The panels consist of a 13-ply structure including a pine core having on the interior and exterior sides two cross-banding layers, a vapor barrier layer and inner and outer oak layer. Each edge of each panel is elongated in order to fit into a corresponding oak block on the associated stile or rail. Each panel is routed or moulded such that the inner wood layer is visible, while the remaining layers of the panel are substantially concealed.

Abstract: Proposed is a furniture front element like a cabinet door, of which the frame leg members are joined in mitre cut and without any screwed connection. The lengths of the leg members are infinitely adjustable and the frame filling pieces are designed as a storage means in order to be able to change the front surface of the element to the desired extent.

Abstract: A raised panel-style door and method of making same are described. The structure includes a solid core having a planar veneer support surface regularly interrupted by channels extending in a rectangular course. The channels are inlaid with picture frames formed of decorative wood strips having marginal edges in the plane of the veneer support surface and being recessed therebetween. When overlaid with veneer, surface regions outside the picture frames are made to look like stiles and rails, while those inside are made to look like panels. The door may also have an internal fire-retardant layer.

Abstract: A raised panel door having a core panel extending within it and panel inserts lodged within the voids of a lattice structure presented on opposite sides of the door. Molding strips overlay and conceal regions where the inserts abut against expanses in the lattice structure defining the voids. A veneer overlay covers margins of the molding strips.

Abstract: A grill structure for use in connection with a combination screen and storm door, the grill being formed of vertical and horizontal channel members, the horizontal members comprising segments spacing the vertical members, rods extending through the channels of the horizontal members, the channels each having a rib therein and the rods each having a slot therein to receive a rod whereby the rods are non-rotatably disposed through the channels of said horizontal members to secure the framework of the grill, U-channel members from the perimeter of the grill and screws applied through said U-channel members into the ends of said rods secure the structure. The rods are held free from rotation and torsion therealong in securing the screws and the rods need not be held by hand against rotation as the screws are applied.

Abstract: Muntin bar molded anchors are installed on the interior edges of a window sash or sliding door frame by utilizing a two-part anchor holding and nail driving device which is stabilized during use. Molded clips are frictionally installed in recesses formed in the ends of mountain bars and the clips are snap locked over crowned surfaces of the anchors to complete the installation of the muntin assembly.

Abstract: A sealed window unit includes decorative muntin bars formed by pultruded strips of thickness very much less than the spacing between the panes of the window unit so that the strips can be interwoven and extend from one side to the other side for attachment to the spacer strips of the sealed window unit by pegs cut at the ends of the strips during a length cutting process.

Abstract: The present invention is a fastener system and method of using a fastener for removably securing bar grilles in window and door frames. A fastener having a tip or point at one end is inserted between a glass and a frame. The fastener has a pair of fins extending substantially perpendicularly from one surface and away from the glass. When appropriate mechanical forces are applied, the fins are bendable toward each other and have a tendency to return to their approximate original position after the forces are released. A slot is provided in the surface of a bar grille which comes into contact with the glass. The bar grille is snapped on the fastener so that the fins are forced toward each other as they enter the slot and are hooked into position as the fins return to their approximate original position. The bar grille may be removed by pulling on the grille so that fins disengage from the slot.

Abstract: This invention relates to devices and methods of manufacturing cut glass panels which comprise a plurality of glass panes arranged in a predetermined pattern with novel came flanges that span the adjacent edges of the glass panes on both sides of the panel. In this manufacturing method, a pair of complementary came-flange gridworks that correspond to mirror images of the predetermined pattern are first constructed. The cut glass panes are then positioned between the inner surfaces of the complementary gridworks so that the edges of each pane are separated from the edges of adjacent panes by spaces that form a network of continuous interconnected channels, and so that those channels are completely spanned by and sandwiched between the inner surfaces of the complementary came-flange gridworks. In a preferred embodiment, the outer surface of one of the gridworks is then sealed to all adjacent glass surfaces with a releasable cement. The cemented came-pane assemblage so formed is detached from the other gridwork.

Abstract: An insulated window panel is provided with pseudo sash bar lattices that are affixed, preferably by dual-sided adhesive foam tape, in coincidental alignment to the outwardly facing transparent surfaces of the panel. Dual-and triple-glazed window panels constructed in accordance with the present invention have the appearance of being constructed of a plurality of small panes or panels that are surrounded and held in planar array by sash bars. The resemblance to French-style windows is achieved by means of a remarkable trompe l'oeil effect that results when pseudo sash bar lattices are affixed in coincidental alignment on opposite sides of the panel. Also disclosed is a novel triple-glazed insulated panel wherein the insulating peripheral seal is protected by providing a central pane with slightly reduced height and width dimensions relative to those of the two outwardly facing panes.

Abstract: A window assembly includes a sash with rails and stiles that define an opening. Glazing closes the opening and a grille covers the glazing. A retaining strip releasably attaches the grille to the sash. The retaining strip extends along substantially the entire length of at least two opposite sides of the window opening and is mounted on the rail or stile closely adjacent to the glazing. The strip hardware has an elongate V-shape formed of two substantially flat arms which connect to each other at an acute angle. One of the arms of the retaining strip is adhesively mounted to the rail or stile surface, and the other of the arms, the free arm, has a ridge or arch formed in the distal end portion which engages a groove in the outer peripheral edge of the grille.

Abstract: A hollow door panel construction includes a rectangular frame of predetermined thickness assembled from side and end members defining an elongated enclosure. Within the enclosure are corrugated paperboard strips, having a width equal to the predetermined thickness. The strips are variously formed and attached to define a plurality of horizontal cell rows, vertically stacked to fill the framed volume. Each cell row spans the internal width of the frame, and includes a centrally positioned short-walled brace cell straddled on either side by a long-walled lateral cell. To complete the panel construction, thin sheets abut and are secured to the opposite faces of the frame and to the outer edges of the strips.