If it seems like everyone in your neighborhood has double hung windows, that’s because they are the most popular window type in the U.S. This type of window is composed of an upper and lower sash that can be moved up and down independently of each other, with each sash capable of being tilted inward for easy cleaning and maintenance. If you are replacing your home’s windows, particularly second-story windows where cleaning the window exteriors from the inside is preferable, double hung replacement windows are a great choice.
Horizontal sliding windows, a favorite of mid-century design, operate like single or double hung windows but slide horizontally (left and right) instead of vertically (up and down). Replacement slider windows are available in several configurations, including 2- and 3-lite units where two sashes move horizontally. Single slider windows, available with some of our brands, have one sash (right or left) that moves while the other is fixed. Sliding windows work well above the kitchen sink or in any room where ventilation is important. Horizontal sliding windows are perfect by themselves or paired with picture windows.
Casement windows and awning windows are nearly identical in construction, with the biggest difference being the position of the hinge. Both window styles are composed of a single sash that’s hinged and cranks open and shut. Vinyl casement replacement windows have the hinge on the left or right; an awning window is a casement set on its side, with the hinge at the top.
Bay windows and bow windows are a beautiful way to draw attention to your home’s exterior, even though they technically are not single windows. Bay and bow windows are constructed of either operable double hung windows paired with picture windows, or operable casement windows paired with fixed casement windows.
Picture windows are stationary windows that work well in any room of the home, particularly in areas where you don’t want open windows to interfere with exterior landscaping or features like decks and walkways. The big advantage of picture windows is their unobstructed view, a great way to highlight beautiful outdoor scenery.