Windows 101

Single Hung Windows

Single hung windows have a fixed top section known as the sash with an operational bottom sash.

New replacement single-hung windows usually provide a tilt in feature for easy cleaning.

Double Hung Windows

Both the top and bottom sashes are operational on double-hung windows. Double-hung replacement windows generally tilt in for easy cleaning.

A half screen will slide to either the top or bottom section of the window and full screen options are usually available.

Slider Windows

Sliders come in a variety of types including single-sliders, double-sliders and even 3 section sliders. On a single-slider window only one side is operational while both sliders on the window are operational with a double-slider.

3 section sliders offer a fixed center window with operational sliders on each side. New replacement slider wndows commonly offer lift out or tilt in sashes for ease of cleaning.

Casement Windows

Casement windows allow for unobstructed views from top to bottom and can be fully cranked open or just partially cranked open to direct and control air flow.

With todays innovations, even replacement casement windows can be cleaned from inside your home.

Awning Windows

Awning windows are hinged at the top and open outwards with a crank. By opening an awning window one can usually continue to enjoy ventilation on a light rainy day.

Fixed Picture Windows

Picture windows, also known as fixed windows, are stationary providing for maximum viewing area.

While they are often installed independent of other windows, flanking picture windows with single-hung, double-hung or casement windows offers more options for a custom look.

Bay Windows

Bay windows extend outward from a home often with a fixed center window and operating single-hung, double-hung or casement windows on each side.

Common sizes are 30 and 45 degree angles but custom projections are also available. Many people customize bay windows with cushions to create window seating.

Bow Windows

Bow windows extend in a curve away from the home altering the exterior look of the home while providing for more space in the interior. Bow windows consist of three or more equal window units joined to create a curve.

Bow windows can be operational, fixed or a combination of operational and fixed windows.

Garden Windows

A garden window adds light to any room but are most commonly found in kitchens for indoor herb gardens and starter seedlings. Shelves can be added for plants & decor.

Garden windows offer a variety of fixed and operational sections.

Specialty Shape Windows

Full circle windows, half circle windows, quarter arches, trapezoids, octagons, ovals, diamond shaped; the possibilities for an attractive and unique look full of personality are endless.

Basement Hopper Windows

Technology in replacement basement hopper windows provide for greater security, enhanced energy efficiency and the added feature of matching your new basement windows to the rest of your homes replacement windows.

Window Styles

R Values

U Factors

Low-E Glass

Insulated Glass

Window Glazing

Glass Thickness

Spacer Systems

Air Infiltration

Gas Fills / Argon Gas

Energy Star Ratings

Solar Heat Gain Coefficient

Aluminum Windows

Fiberglass Windows

Fibrex Windows

Vinyl Windows

Wood Windows

Fusion Welded Windows

Mechanically Fastened Windows

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