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There are six basic arch styles that frame and
support doors, windows, porches, and other wall
openings in homes. |
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A Roman arch is a
strong, rounded arch that forms a semi-circle.
Often made of masonry, Roman arches still stand
in the Coliseum. |
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A Syrian, or segmental,
arch forms a partial curve, or eyebrow, over a
door or window. This arch has a slight rise and
is semi-elliptical across the top. |
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Tudor arches are often
described as "flattened" Gothic arches. They
feature a point at the crown, but the span is
much wider than the Gothic style. |
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A Flat arch, also
known as jack or straight arch, extends straight
across an opening with no curvature, creating a
horizontal emphasis. |
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A narrow, pointed opening is
the hallmark of a Gothic arch. The Gothic
arch developed as a more sinuous and elegant
successor to the Roman arch and was widely used
in cathedrals of the Middle Ages such as Notre
Dame in Paris. |
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A Moorish, or horseshoe
arch, extends beyond a semi-circle. The top of
the arch is rounded and then curves in slightly
before descending. |
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