HouseWindows

Type of House Windows

The type of house windows that you choose to go with in your house will depend of what need and wants you have for your design and function. Since there are an overwhelming amount of options that each have their own benefits, it is a good idea to understand each type of house windows before you narrow your search. If you do, then you will be able to choose the type of house windows that will meet both your functional needs and design wants.

Basic Styles for Your House

One of the more standard type of house windows that you will see in a house is the one that slides up and down vertically to open. This type can appear on its own but can also be set beside a larger windows that are stationary. As you may see with house window photos, these type of house windows come in single or double hung and the difference between each type is simple. With the single hung only the bottom pane of glass slides upward to open, while with the double hung either pane of glass will slide to open all within a single frame. The double hung type are particularly convenient with small children as the opening can be up and out of reach from them for safety purposes.

The other type of house windows commonly seen in most homes is the sliding windows. Just as their name alludes, they open by sliding the panes of glass in order to open them. They are available in single sliding or regular in which either one or both panes of glass are able to slide to open the windows.

However, there is also a third type of slider in which there are three panes of glass. They can be three equal sized panes of glass or they can have a larger center pane. But, regardless of the size of the windows, the outer two slide over the center stationary one in order to open.

Commonly seen in front rooms, pictures windows are a type of house windows that do not open. They are purely for esthetic purposes. They are often a large piece of glass that is fixed within a single frame. They are also usually partnered with other options beside to fulfill the functional need of ventilation.

A trilight is a type of house windows that is not seen as often. As the name highlights there are three panes of glass in a vertical formation. The top two sashes are fixed in place and do not open. The bottom sash slides upwards in order to open.

Another functional type often seen in a house is a casement. In order to open this type you turn a crank and it opens outward to either the left or the right. This is very convenient for spaces that are hard to reach as you just have to reach the crank rather than the entire frame in order to open it.

There are two more styles that open on a hinge like the casement. However, with the awning, rather than the hinge being located on the side, it is at the top and the sash opens outward from the bottom at an angle. The hopper is the exact opposite of that. With the hopper, the hinge is at the bottom and the sash swings open at the top. The hopper is commonly seen in basements.

Decorative Styles for Your House

There are several decorative styles of windows that can be used to bring additional appeal to the interior and exterior of your house. A very commonly seen option that is used in many front rooms is a bay. With this style, it actually extends out and away from the home in an arched fashion. The middle sash is the furthest out and is fixed in place. The side sashes can either be fixed or functional styles of double hung or casement.

The garden option is also three dimensional like the bay but is smaller and located higher up. There is shelving options included as this is a great place to put plants and other indoor vegetation. It usually has glazing on every side but the bottom.

There are also many different shapes that you can choose from as well. These are usually smaller in size but can add a special design feature to your space. You can use them in conjunction with other units but they work well as stand-alone units as well. Some of the shapes available are round, arch, quarter round, trapezoid, octagon, or triangle.

Now that you are more familiar with the many type of house windows that are available on today's market you can make a more educated decision. Whether you are looking for basic functionality or beauty there are styles for you. Talk to your contractor about your options today.