Window Styles

Choosing a residential window is something you should do after considering several minute details. You have a vast variety of choices available to you. Simple windows are perfect if you want ventilation and light without any frills or fuss. You also have to consider the climate of the area you live in, before you select a window style. There are also extravagant styles available. Here are some styles of residential windows that can help you make a suitable choice:

If you are on a tight budget and still crave something that looks simply stunning, then go for a sliding window. Cleaning these windows is easy - you can pull out the sashes, clean them up as often as you like, and then insert them into their appropriate place. However, the only snag is that these won downs give lesser ventilation because one sash must be slid upon the other while opening it.

Casement windows work on hinges, and can be either opened outwards, or inwards. This lets you enjoy a lot of fresh air and a high amount of ventilation also. Cleaning these types is also worry free, as both the sides of the casement window are very much within reach.

Unlike casement windows that are hinged to the sides, awning windows are hinged to the top. They have to be tilted from the bottom to open and that results in lesser ventilation. There are also awning windows that are hinged at the bottom, and these are often seen on lower walls. Such windows are called hopper windows.

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.

In case you are looking at keeping your windows shut all the time to avoid the unfriendly weather outside, then a fixed pane window is a great pick. These windows provide no ventilation.

A common aspect in most American homes is the double hung window. This is a type of window that uses two sashes and one is placed on the top, while the other is placed beneath that one. Yet, only one can be opened at a time as one sash must be slid on the other in order to open. Even so, the problem of ventilation can be managed by opening either sash of any two double hung windows that are positioned opposite to each other, but must be opened at the same time. The window with the lower portion gets in the refreshing cool air in from outside, and the one with upper portion open allows stale air to exit.

The single and the double hung window types are quite similar, and the style differs only on the basis of the sashes that can be opened. Only one sash can be opened in the single hung window.

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.

In this type of window, there are at least three portions that extend from the wall. These portions extend in a bow like curvature which is why it is called a bow window.

Tilt turn window is both a window and also an emergency exit, and that's mainly because this kind of window can turn up to even a hundred and eighty degrees. So you can tilt it to a comfortable angle to clean it up.

Egress windows provide a perfect emergency exit as these are the same size as defined by building codes. They are typically used in bedrooms.

Storm windows are perfect for harsh weather conditions. These windows have an air pocket existing between itself and the usual window acting as a barrier against stormy weather.

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