The Best window style For Your Home

It’s time to update the windows in your home but you’re overwhelmed with the amount of styles that are out there. Should you replace your windows with the same style or shake things up by trying something new? What kind of windows would benefit the room you’re putting them in? We’re here to break down some of these options and let you know the difference between some of the most popular window styles in the industry.

Not only do people find double hung windows to be one of our most aesthetically pleasing window options, they can benefit almost any room in your home. They slide along a vertical track to open and unlike single hung windows, they open from the top and the bottom. Allowing the warm air to flow out of the top while cool air sails into through the bottom opening, double hung windows can be help ventilate warm upstairs bedrooms in multi-level homes. They can also be tilted in so you can clean the entirety of glass. For those who want a traditional look with a range of customizable options, double hung windows may be the best window style for your home.

 Also known as crank out windows based on the method used for opening them, casement windows swing from a hinge similar to a door. They provide a great amount of airflow and natural light into your home. Shutting thoroughly on all sides, they also serve as an extremely secure window. While these windows can work in any room of your home, they tend to be the best window style for kitchens and bathrooms.

Bay Windows are usually made up of three windows that meet at an angle causing them to slightly protrude from your home. In contrast, Bow Windows are curved without angles between the windows. Both allow more natural light to funnel in and will make any room appear larger. The options are limitless for this type of design and they can transform any room. When placed in your living room, you can add a window seat on the inside that can be used as a lovely spot for your plants. If utilized in your kitchen, they can create a unique dining nook. Placing the bay/bow window by your sink can also serve as an alternative to a garden window. If you are wanting a statement window, this window style will work best for you.

Similar to double hung windows, Slider Windows slide along a horizontal track as opposed to a vertical one. They are also excellent for ventilation since they open from either side and are easy to open and close. Sliders can be larger than double hung windows and the slim vertical lines give the window a clean and elegant appearance. This offers maximum visibility to the view outside. If you have difficulty opening vertical windows, sliders can be a great option for you. They work really well in your living/dining/office area as well as anywhere that opens into a walkway, terrace or deck. Letting in plenty of natural light, slider windows can brighten up any room.

Hinged on the top and opening outward toward the bottom, awning windows are a great option you can to bring the outside air in without having to worry about the interior of your home being exposed to the elements. They are incredibly versatile and work well in combination with other window styles in your home. Some like to place their awning windows over their kitchen sink but they can be placed anywhere in the home.  Hopper windows are similar except they hinge at the bottom and can push outward or pull inward to open. Both provide great ventilation and natural light without compromising your privacy but you probably don’t want to keep your hopper window open in the rain.

Stationary and void of any type of mechanical elements, picture windows provide an unobstructed view to the outside of your home while allowing a ton of natural light to fill your space. They combine beautifully with other window styles and act like a permanent picture frame. Very customizable, they can come in a large variety of sizes. Typically seen most in living rooms, dining rooms, office spaces and even over kitchen sinks and bathroom tubs, they can make any room feel bigger.

While there are many options to choose from, the best window style for your home is the one you want to put in it! To learn more about our window installation process, head to our blog. Or you can reach out via our contact us page to learn more about our window options.