4 basic types of replacement windows

Many Types of Replacement Windows

Replacement windows are available in several shapes, sizes, styles, and materials to match your home. However, with all so many shapes and sizes of windows, there are only four basic categories: skylight, slider windows, sliding doors, and windows.

Windows permit light into the home. Skylights brighten a specific room, while adding an interesting element. Slider windows, which provide ease of operation while helping save on energy. Sliding doors are classified as a form of replacement windows as they permit a great amount of light into a room.

You’ve decided to replace your windows, but before you make a purchase, you have to decide precisely which way you want your windows to open. There are various options including casement windows with vertical hinge that allow the window to open in or out with the crank of a handle. The next types of windows are double or single hung. The have two cases, which permits the window to slide up and down. Sliding windows are similar to double and single hung windows, except that they open horizontally. The last types of windows are plain fixed, which do not open, but do allow in light.