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Gliding
Double Hung
Hopper
Casement
Bay
Jalousie
Awning
Picture
Awning windows are designed to provide
light and breeze when placed high on walls.
These types of windows are great for
bedrooms and other areas that need to
maintain privacy but want to allow light in.
Awning windows can also be opened slightly
to allow ventilation.
Placement - Awning windows can be
positioned in a variety of places. They can be
arranged next to other windows or in
columns. They are often used above large
patio doors to create a wall of light and
ventilation.
light and breeze when placed high on walls.
These types of windows are great for
bedrooms and other areas that need to
maintain privacy but want to allow light in.
Awning windows can also be opened slightly
to allow ventilation.
Placement - Awning windows can be
positioned in a variety of places. They can be
arranged next to other windows or in
columns. They are often used above large
patio doors to create a wall of light and
ventilation.
Double hung windows are often chosen for
their unique style. Many older homes have
single pane double hung windows, a style
that many people would like to maintain. One
of the values of a double hung window is that
the top can be opened while the bottom
remains closed, great for kid�s rooms.
Placing Double Hung Windows - Double
hung windows can be placed practically
anywhere in a home. Keep in mind their
advantage to this type of window is the
ventilation and access. They make perfect
windows for kitchens, offices and bedrooms.
their unique style. Many older homes have
single pane double hung windows, a style
that many people would like to maintain. One
of the values of a double hung window is that
the top can be opened while the bottom
remains closed, great for kid�s rooms.
Placing Double Hung Windows - Double
hung windows can be placed practically
anywhere in a home. Keep in mind their
advantage to this type of window is the
ventilation and access. They make perfect
windows for kitchens, offices and bedrooms.
Many people find glide windows easier to
manipulate than crank outs. This type of
window is often chosen by people who want
maximum ease when opening and closing
windows.
Placement - Since gliding windows do not
open outwards they are perfect for areas
such walkways? Gliding windows are perfect
when positioned high on walls in living and
family rooms
manipulate than crank outs. This type of
window is often chosen by people who want
maximum ease when opening and closing
windows.
Placement - Since gliding windows do not
open outwards they are perfect for areas
such walkways? Gliding windows are perfect
when positioned high on walls in living and
family rooms
Casement windows are chosen to for their
capacity to let in light and fresh air.
Casement windows open outward fully,
easily allowing fresh air and sunshine into
your home.
Placement of Casement Windows -
Casement windows are great for places that
will be hard to reach, such as over sinks or
appliances. They crank open as opposed to
sliding up and down, which makes them
easier to maneuver.
capacity to let in light and fresh air.
Casement windows open outward fully,
easily allowing fresh air and sunshine into
your home.
Placement of Casement Windows -
Casement windows are great for places that
will be hard to reach, such as over sinks or
appliances. They crank open as opposed to
sliding up and down, which makes them
easier to maneuver.
Bay windows are chosen to maximize light
and views, and to create a more open feel.
Their multiple views allow light in from
different angles. In addition the sides of the
window can be opened to allow ventilation as
well. They add uniqueness and style to a
home.
Bay Window Placement - Bay windows are
ideal for rooms where you are trying to create
a feeling of spaciousness and bring in light
form different angles. Replacing a flat
window with a bay window can completely
change the amount of light that a room
receives. Bay windows are primarily used for
kitchens but can also be used in family
rooms and master bedrooms
and views, and to create a more open feel.
Their multiple views allow light in from
different angles. In addition the sides of the
window can be opened to allow ventilation as
well. They add uniqueness and style to a
home.
Bay Window Placement - Bay windows are
ideal for rooms where you are trying to create
a feeling of spaciousness and bring in light
form different angles. Replacing a flat
window with a bay window can completely
change the amount of light that a room
receives. Bay windows are primarily used for
kitchens but can also be used in family
rooms and master bedrooms
Picture windows are used to create
unobstructed views in areas where
ventilation is not a concern. They make the
most of available light but no not open to
allow ventilation. Picture windows can be
combined with other windows to maximize
both light and ventilation.
Placement - Picture windows are ideal for
dark rooms and hallways. They can bring in
stunning light and brighten up even the
darkest room. Often picture windows are
placed high on walls to allow for maximum
light. When combined with patio doors or
operating windows such as gliding windows
they can create the perfect balance of light
and ventilation.
unobstructed views in areas where
ventilation is not a concern. They make the
most of available light but no not open to
allow ventilation. Picture windows can be
combined with other windows to maximize
both light and ventilation.
Placement - Picture windows are ideal for
dark rooms and hallways. They can bring in
stunning light and brighten up even the
darkest room. Often picture windows are
placed high on walls to allow for maximum
light. When combined with patio doors or
operating windows such as gliding windows
they can create the perfect balance of light
and ventilation.
These popular windows are most often
utilized in basements. Essentially the hopper
window is like casement windows flipped on
their sides.
utilized in basements. Essentially the hopper
window is like casement windows flipped on
their sides.
Jalousies are made of glass slats set in
metal clips that can be opened and closed in
unison. Also called a louvered window, a
jalousie is made like a glass shutter. This
type of window is manually rotated to open or
close the overlapping panels as required
and can be opened by degrees to control
how much air or light is allowed to pass
through.
metal clips that can be opened and closed in
unison. Also called a louvered window, a
jalousie is made like a glass shutter. This
type of window is manually rotated to open or
close the overlapping panels as required
and can be opened by degrees to control
how much air or light is allowed to pass
through.
Window Types
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| A window isn't just meant to bring light and views to a room. It may also define a room's shape, provide an architectural focal point, allow ventilation or provide for emergency escape. To serve widely varying needs, windows are made in a vast array of types and sizes that operate and function differently. |
| Broadly speaking, windows are either fixed or operable. Fixed windows are used mostly for accents or where light and views-but not ventilation-are important. Most round-top, triangular and other unusually-shaped windows are fixed, as are large picture windows. Operable windows may slide up, down or sideways or they may hinge outward or inward. The windows shown represent most major types. |