Window Balance Styles | Sash Support Types | Different Styles | How They Work

OK .. let's begin by saying most people are Confused by Window Balances?!?!? .. Tube Types, Channel, Spring Type, Tape Balances, Clips Styles, Ends, Balance Showes .. BOTTOM LINE --- Balance Assemblies are very unique and are extremely difficult to identify for most people. The combinations are literally infinite for the Top and Bottom guide ends, and over the years many changes and improvements. Many times there are The minimum orders for balances because Channel Balances are a custom made to order and take approximately 2 - 3 weeks to make. BEST WAY TO GET IT RIGHT? - send us a sample for matching. Next best thing .. good measurements and good pictures.

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First things first -- what is a window balance? A window balance is a somewhat hidden window component sitting inside the window frame and behind the sashes; It’s only found in double hung or single windows and assists you with opening of the window by "counter-balancing" the weight of the window sash as you open and close your window. They also hold the top sash of double hung windows closed while they’re not in use .. or "open" in the appropriate position. There are several different types of window balances and some other important issues - Single Spring, Double-Spring, Hidden Style Balances, Number Stampings, proper measuring, identifying parts of a balance .. and more?