An Overview of Popular Window Styles

Are you remodeling your home or building a brand-new one? If so, one of the most important design elements (and practical features) you’ll want to consider is the type of windows you’ll install around your home. Windows don’t just allow you to better connect to the scenery outdoors—they are also crucial design elements that can help you achieve your desired aesthetic for both your home’s interior and exterior.

With this in mind, here’s a quick overview of some of the most popular styles of windows on the market today. When it’s time for home glass replacement in Denver, CO, be sure to check out these options:

• Casement windows: Single-sash casement windows feature cranks that open up the window vertically along a metal track. These casement windows, installed side by side, can help you expand your view and deliver excellent performance as well as modern aesthetics.
• Sliding windows: Sliders are the largest operable windows you’ll find on the market. They have one fixed and one moving pane that slides across horizontally, allowing for breezes to come in freely. Because they are so large, they offer excellent views, so if you don’t want to compromise functionality with your views of the outside, sliding windows are ideal.
• Double hung: This is one of the most “classic” window styles available. You can open the windows up from either the bottom or the top, based on your preferences. There are also single-hung varieties, where only the bottom sash is operational. These windows are extremely versatile, because they can fit in homes with either a traditional or a modern design. You really can’t go wrong with this style from a design perspective.
• Picture windows: These windows are also occasionally referred to as fixed windows, because they are not operable. The sole purpose they serve is to maximize natural light and to give you an uninhibited view of your surroundings. There aren’t any moving parts you need to worry about, so you don’t have to ever worry about them getting stuck or inoperable, because the glass is fixed in place.
• Awning windows: Awning windows are hinged at the top with a horizontal orientation, and are generally best used in bathrooms and walk-in closets. They are usually positioned at eye level, and are designed to give you a view of the outside while still maintaining your privacy.
• Corner windows: Corner windows allow you to have wrap-around views of your property. Most of the time these windows will not be operable.
• Bay and bow windows: Bay and bow windows allow you to extend your windows past the foundation of your home. They also allow you to create a window seat area, where you can sit and enjoy the view of the outside world while reading a book or drinking a cup of coffee in the morning.

For more information about the most common types of window styles available on the market, we encourage you to contact Reliable Glazing. We’d love to help ensure your home glass replacement in Denver, CO goes smoothly!

Categorised in: Home Glass Replacement