Decorative glazing
October 2026
A came is the metal strip joining separate panes in an authentic leaded panel. Diamond quarries create the familiar Tudor pattern, but a new window can express that pattern through several different constructions.
Authentic leaded panels, applied lead on a sheet of glass and simulated divided lights are not interchangeable. They differ in depth, reflection, joints and how the pattern meets the frame. Ask which construction is being proposed.
The pattern is only one part of the specification.
For a replacement assembly, decorative appearance must be considered alongside insulated-glass compatibility and any safety-glazing requirement. These choices depend on the selected window system and opening.
Record the existing diamond spacing, border details and glass texture. Compare samples in daylight and use an elevation drawing to check the pattern across neighbouring lights before ordering.
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