When it comes to showcasing your home’s unique aesthetic, windows can provide customized appeal. With a wide range of styles on the market, it may be overwhelming to settle on the right one. To help inspire you, here are several common window replacement designs and their features.

A Guide to Different Styles of Windows

1. Awning

These windows typically have a crank system that allows you to open and close them from the bottom. Because the bottom part remains open on a sloped angle, it creates an awning that allows fresh air in while keeping rainwater out. They are a popular window replacement choice for rooms on lower levels such as basements. 

2. Bay 

Curved and typically installed with a center and two sides, bay windows add room extension and provide enhanced natural lighting. The frame is constructed on an angle that sticks out from a home’s exterior wall. Because of the protrusion, bay windows can also provide ready-made shelf space. 

3. Bow

This window replacement is similar to a bay window due to its curved design. Bow windows also provide more panel options that are installed inside a curved frame. Like the bay style, bow windows extend out from a home’s exterior wall. 

4. Casement

The glass panes in a casement window comes with a crank that opens from one side. There is typically one pane on the left and right side, respectively. Depending on how far you crank open one side, you can adjust the amount of breeze or sunlight coming into the room. While styles vary, the openings are typically narrow enough to still provide privacy and security. 

5. Slider

As the name implies, slider windows have side-by-side glass panes designed to open horizontally. They are configured so that the windows can be opened along the top and bottom tracks. Instead of relying on a crank or other feature, users manually slide the window open to their preferred width. 

Choosing a window replacement style for your home doesn’t have to be confusing. Economy Glass & Window in Cincinnati, OH, makes the selection process, easy, engaging and convenient. Since 1980, they’ve provided expert window replacement services for houses and commercial buildings. To learn more, call (513) 661-7748 or visit their website to view the photo gallery.