Window Styles
Double hung windows are the most commonly used of all replacement windows. They are referred to as the up and down window. They lift up and down for ventilation and tilt in for easy cleaning. The vinyl windows usually have release buttons so the sash comes in to clean.
The casement window would be next in order of popularity. These windows swing out for ventilation. The screens are located on the inside which is piggyback on the vinyl window. In contrast the double hung window has the screen on the outside of the replacement window. The casement window usually swings out a full 90 degrees so you can clean both sides of the glass.
The bays and bow windows are also a popular choice. These windows can range from about 3 feet in width to 12 feet. As you get larger the amount of sections increase; for example a 12 foot bow window will usually have 5-6 sections. The end sections are usually vented with the choice of double hung’s or casements. The other lites can be picture windows. Whether they are wood windows or vinyl replacement windows the seats is commonly birch veneer or oak veneer. The vinyl replacement bay or bow window would have less maintenance then their counterpart wood windows because they have window frames requiring no painting.
The garden window is a vinyl replacement window similar to a bay and bow window with a birch or oak veneer seat and vinyl window frames eliminating painting. These windows are found in the kitchen predominantly and have a nice depth for plants and other items.
Illinois replacement windows comprise mostly of double hung’s and casement windows. Chicago window companies such as our firm have been seeing an increase in specialty windows such as bow and bay windows which give more depth perception to the room.
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