what are the things called on siding usually up in a gable on the front of a house used for decoration?

bam asked:


they kinda look like medallions with slats(sp?) but i dont think that is the correct word i am looking for. in older homes they are used for venting attics and even some are real windows but the thing i am referring to is vinyl and not a window but more for decoration.
decorative gable vents is the correct term. thanks

Fredricka

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Tags: Attics, Medallions, Vinyl Window

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3 Responses to “what are the things called on siding usually up in a gable on the front of a house used for decoration?”

1. shortstuff Says:
   June 7th, 2008 at 6:11 pm

   Emily

   I know what you’re talking about but I thought it was just called a decorative vent.

2. negeshia Says:
   June 9th, 2008 at 4:01 pm

   Ludie

   I think your talking about Gingerbread/Victorian house trim. Look atthe link below and see if they help.

3. Tarlyng Says:
   June 12th, 2008 at 8:49 pm

   Edda

   They are window shutters. In times past they were used as extra protection against bad weather conditions. In this time and age they are mainly just for decorations.