What are the Different Types of Windows?

double hung windows

Double hung windows and single hung windows are two of the most common types of windows that you’ll see on any home today. The major difference between single hung and double hung windows is how the different window sections move. In single hung windows, the bottom window panel or lower sash moves up and down, and the upper sash remains stationary. This means that when you open the window, the upper sash is covered on the inside. In a double hung window, both the upper and lower sash can be lowered and raised. Each one can be tilted as well.

Bay or Bow Windows
Bay windows

If you’re looking for a window that extends out of your home, you’ll want to choose a bow or bay window. Each of these windows protrudes from an exterior wall and creates a small shelf in the home—the larger the window, the larger the shelf.

Either type of window adds an architectural accent to a home. Bay windowsare usually a better fit for modern homes, and bow windows are often better suited for older Victorian style homes. Bay windows rely on flat windows set into an angled frame that is built out of the home. This usually consists of a center window, from which two side windows are angled at 30 to 40 degrees. Bow windows, on the other hand, rely on custom curved windows that create a circular arc along the outside of the home.



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