There are many different types of windows that make up the construction of a home. Your choice of windows helps define the style of your house. For instance, if you want your home to have a traditional look, you’ll want to pick a traditional window style over one that is more modern. The best thing is, you can customize nearly any window to suit your tastes. Understanding what types of windows are available will help you choose the right look for your wants and needs.
What Types of Windows Should I Consider for My Home?
The windows you choose should ultimately meet your needs. For example, if you want an abundance of natural light in a room, then you may want picture windows or stationary windows installed. On the other hand, if you want fresh air to flow easily throughout the home, then you will want windows that open with ease. Some of the more popular types of replacement windows available include the following:
- Double-Hung Widows: This type of window features two sashes that open by sliding the bottom sash up or the top sash down. Double-hung windows do not open away from the exterior, they can only slide up and down. Only one sash can open at a time, so whichever sash you choose to open, the other remains shut. Double-hung windows are among the most popular windows used today, and they’re suitable for a wide range of home styles.
- Casement Windows: Casement windows are hinged on one side, either left or right, and they open by the turning of a crank mechanism. Air flow direction and velocity is important when considering this type of window, because if the window opens in the same direction as the air flows, a strong gust of wind may force the window to open wider and cause damage to the crank mechanism. Casement windows have seen a rise in popularity in recent years, especially because they can complement just about any home style.
- Awning Windows: This type of window has a hinge at its top, so it opens outward from the bottom. This design allows air into the space from the left, right, and bottom of the window. Awning windows can be installed by themselves or above, below, or alongside a stationary or other operating window. This type of window is commonly seen on the exterior side of basements on modern homes and in apartment buildings.
- Slider Windows: Slider windows open left or right by sliding one sash along a track. When open, this type of window remains flush with the home’s exterior. They are most commonly used in modern- or contemporary-style houses.
- Picture Windows: Picture windows are large stationary windows designed to make a room feel as if it is an extension of the outdoors. They are usually installed on a part of the home that features an incredible view. Picture windows are typically found on expensive modern homes, luxury log homes, condos and high-end apartments.
- Transom Windows: A transom window is a thin operating or stationary window that is installed over other windows or doors to allow more natural light and/or air into the space.
- Stationary Windows: Stationary windows are windows that do not open. They differ from picture windows in the fact that they aren’t as large. They tend to be popular in modern- and contemporary-styled homes.
- Bay Windows: Bay or bow windows protrude out from the home, thus increasing the space inside. This type of window is most commonly found in kitchens and over reading nooks. Bay windows are popular in traditional homes, especially in the northeastern part of the U.S.
Choosing The Right Window Style for Your Home
Thompson Creek Window Company carries several types of replacement windows, with styles and options available for every kind of home, and we have them at affordable prices. We design, build, and install our windows, so you can be confident your windows will be perfect fit for your home. If you are looking to replace your home’s windows, then contact Thompson Creek to get a free estimate for your windows today.