Solar Garden Transom Grids

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Transoms are a type of window located above a door, window, or other glazing materials. The most common type of transoms are those which are located above a door. Sizes of transoms mimic the size of the door. On a 36” wide door you will usually find a 36” transom that is 24” in height. A rule of thumb for a standard proportional transom height is to use one third of the door’s height. A large curtain wall can utilize a transom and will follow the bay divisions of the wall. At times, the transom can be cut to an arch shape for functional or aesthetic purposes.

A transom is typically fixed glass or operates like a hopper window. A fixed transom has no operable parts. Its main purpose is to let light into a room and provide architectural appeal. An operable transom is hinged at the bottom of the window. The transom will then open into a room, preventing rain, wind, or snow from entering room during inclement weather. 

Often time’s transoms are adorned with grid work, especially in traditional applications. When the building is in a historic district or needs curb appeal, decorative items are added. One of the most popular additions to a transom is a Palladian arch. In this case a half round transom is utilized and the exact number of radiuses is determined by the client.

Transom Grids