Window Styles

Choosing a window style is typically a matter of personal preference. Do you prefer windows that "crank" out or windows that slide up and down or left or right? Here's an overview:

• Crank out windows come in two styles: casement and awning. Casement windows open from one side, like a door; awning windows open at the bottom.
• Single and double hung windows are very popular for their traditional look. They have two separate units (sash) inside a single frame. The bottom sash moves up and down in a single hung; both sash move in a double hung. The sash can often be easily released and removed from the frame to be cleaned from inside.
• Gliding or rolling windows have one or two sash that slide side to side in the jamb track.
• Windows without any moving parts are called fixed, picture or direct-set windows.
• Bay windows are multiple windows configured together to protrude from the home at an angle. Similarly, bow windows are created by multiple windows joined together in a curved shape. Homeowners often use bay or bow windows to create a cozy cove or breakfast nook.