Window Styles

A window opens up to whatever you want it to, and so, making a suitable choice is extremely important. Make a choice only after understanding what you expect from your window style, and whether or not that type goes well with the rest of your house. You also need to take the climate into consideration Below are a few types of windows that are available for you to pick from:

A sliding window is the one that has sashes that must be slid horizontally for the window to open. This window has just one flaw, and that is that it offers partial or lesser ventilation. However, because this type of window has sashes, these can be removed, cleaned and fixed back into its original place. Another good thing about this type of window is that it is not at all heavy on the pocket. Also, you can expect to have a lot of energy stored in.

You can enjoy more than sufficient ventilation in the casement windows type, mainly because these hang on hinges that let you open it wide either on the outside or the inside. The two sides of the window can be easily reached, and that makes the cleaning lot easier. Newer casement windows with pivot mechanisms are also readily available.

The only thing that differs in an awning and a casement window is the position where it is hinged. In a casement window, hinging is on the side, whereas awning windows are hinged on the top. Hopper windows are hinged only at the bottom, and are usually only located on lower walls.

Jalousie windows are made up of glass slats that are arranged to form a window. There is always an element of risk that is associated with a Jalousie window and these are not considered to be safe. This window must be cranked open, and then the slats tilt to provide ventilation.

The name ‘Fixed pane windows’ says all you need to know about this type of window. These are extremely well suited for houses that need an air conditioner or a heater all through the year. There is absolutely no ventilation from this type of window.

This type of window is made up of two sashes that are hung, and while one is on the top, the other is on the bottom. Only one out of the two can be opened in one go, and that is a drawback if you're looking for good ventilation. The only way to sort that out is by simultaneously opening two double hung windows that are opposite to each other. The window with the top portion open gets rid of the air inside the house, while the one open at the bottom gets some of that refreshing air in from outside.

A single hung window works on the same mechanism as the double hung windows, except that in this type of window, only one sash can be opened up.

Casement or double hung window types that extend beyond the exterior of the wall is called a Bay window. It is either in the casement form or in the double hung form and has a central window with one or more sections on either side.

A bow window involves more than three segments that extend from the wall to take the shape of a bow like curve.

Tilt turn are simply a great safety option that has a lock system in the centre. This type of window can be tilted completely, and that is what makes this a sleek pick that is quite easy to clean. It also has all the features that make it the perfect emergency exit.

Egress windows are usually found in bedrooms. These windows also serve as an emergency exit due to their big size. These are big enough to meet the requirements for an emergency exit, defined by the local building code for an emergency exit.

A storm window is the perfect choice for any house that expects to counter storms and other harsh climatic conditions. That is because this type of window has an air space between it and the window. This serves as great padding and safeguards the house from hot or cold climate.

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