Drive down your street, and you’ll probably notice that most homes are outfitted with double-hung windows. This window style consists of two separate sashes, mounted one on top of the other in a single frame. Sometimes you may see them outfitted with muntins, which are thin dividers that separate a pane of glass into smaller portions. Double-hung windows are the most common style of window in the United States, and they might be the perfect choice for your Dayton home, too. Here are five key reasons to choose this window style.
Double-hung windows are incredibly versatile and will look great on most any home. However, there are some architectural styles with which this window style is an absolute must. For example, double-hung windows are a hallmark feature of Craftsman-style homes. Specifically, Craftsman-style windows feature a grille that divides the top window into four sections, but no grille on the bottom window.
Double-hung windows are also a key element of Victorian, Georgian-Federal, and Country-style homes. If you have a home designed in one of these traditional styles, choosing double-hung windows will preserve its authenticity and value.
If you use window air conditioners to keep your home cool, double-hung windows are truly the best choice for your Dayton home. Window AC units are made for this window style. They pop into the open bottom window, and the window slides down on top of the air conditioner to hold it in place. If you were to choose another window style, like casement or awning windows, you’d have to invest in a specialized AC unit with an exhaust pipe. These take up floor space and are more expensive than standard window AC units.
Nobody likes climbing up a ladder to clean the outsides of their windows — and hiring a professional to tackle this task every year can get expensive. With most double-hung windows, however, you can clean the outside of the window from inside your home. Just bend the window pane inward on its hinges, and wipe the outside off as easily as you would a counter top or mirror. This is so much safer than climbing up a ladder.
Double-hung windows are made with the best weatherstripping to prevent air from leaking through them. You can also find them with a multitude of energy-efficient glass options, such as Renewal by Andersen’s SmartSun™ glass. Since each window is surrounded by a thick piece of sash material, make sure you also choose an energy-efficient sash material, like Fibrex® composite material from Renewal by Andersen.
To open a double-hung window, you either push up on the bottom window or down on the top window. Though this requires a bit of strength, it does not require much dexterity. So, double-hung windows are an easy-to-operate choice for anyone with arthritis or stiffness in their fingers or hands.
Keep in mind that double-hung windows from Renewal by Andersen come in array of colors and with various hardware styles. You can fully customize your replacement windows to match your Dayton home. If you’re ready to learn more about your options, contact us today to schedule your free, in-home consultation with a knowledgeable representative.
