Attention to detail is key to designing eye-catching windows in Nashville, TN. Major features, such as panel configuration and frame color, define the character of the unit, but minor items are just as important. A good case in point is the hardware. The hinges support the weight of the swinging panel. The crank makes it effortless to open and close casement windows while the lock secures operable panels to increase safety and weather-tightness.
The hardware may seem like a negligible feature when planning window replacement, but choosing the right hardware style and finish can add an interesting touch to the unit. Here’s why you should put a lot of thought into hardware design:
There’s beauty in uniformity. Using window hardware that complements the appearance of metallic elements in the room can enrich its decor. It doesn’t matter if the finishes exactly match or not. They can coexist wonderfully as long as they resemble one another closely. It’s a subtle way of tying your windows with other interior features.
Like bold-colored replacement patio doors, bronze window hardware can instantly make your space trendier. If your home appears tired, then incorporating fashionable, metallic details into its design can revitalize its personality.
Not all hardware pieces work wonders for window treatments. Some styles are also quite obtrusive, which can be less convenient to use.
In our experience, many of our customers in Nashville like the folding or compact handle for casement windows more than the standard, pointy crank. Homeowners have unique preferences, and it’s imperative to have plenty of options to avoid making unnecessary compromises.
While standard window hardware is gorgeous, it can wear more easily with time and use without any special finish. For just a little extra, we recommend upgrading to the Estate™ hardware, which is forged from solid brass. This alloy is the combination of copper and zinc, which are both durable metals in their own right.
Estate hardware is available in eight metallic finishes. Six of them have a durable coating that seals in the desired finish, which helps prevent the hardware from getting tarnished and corroding. The remaining two have a gorgeous patina, allowing them to age with grace.
Go beyond hardware, and learn about the rest of Renewal by Andersen® of Nashville’s window customization options. Call us at (866) 609-5033 now to schedule your free, in-home consultation in Clarksville, TN, or any nearby community.
