What Kind of Windows Do You Need?

Different kinds of windows serve different purposes for different rooms. Some windows will work really well in some rooms, and other windows will work really well in other rooms. It is best to think about the different types of windows so you can make a well-informed decision about the best types of windows for your home.

1. Double-Hung Windows – Around $250 to $490 – Double-hung windows open from either the bottom or the top so that you can clean both sides from the inside.
2. Awning Windows – Around $400 to $775 – With an awning window, the bottom swings outward, and the sash is hinged at the top of the frame. Some are operated with a hand crank and some are pushed open and pulled close.
3. Casement Windows – Around $250 to $700 – Casement windows are actually hinged on the side and they crank open outward to the right or left, allowing for full ventilation from the top to the bottom.
4. Bay and Bow Windows – Around $950 to $3,150 – When three or more windows are put together so that they angle out beyond the house wall, that is a bay and bow window. Bay and bow windows can give you extra space in a room and add more light.
5. Sliding Windows – Around $360 to $1,260 – Sliding windows operate just like double-hung windows except that the sashes move left to right instead of down and up. They can also be called gliders.