A stuffy home filled with stale air is not anyone’s good idea of an enjoyable space. Good ventilation is important if you want your home to stay cool, comfortable, and fresh. You want air to flow freely in and out of your windows whenever you open them. Thankfully, there are two great styles of windows that provide superior ventilation and airflow into your Dayton home. Here’s a closer look.
Awning windows are mounted on hinges at the top of the window frame. When you turn a little lever, usually located at the base of the frame, the windows hinge open in a manner similar to an awning. When you want to close the window, just turn the lever the other way, and the lock the window into the frame for security.
Awning windows offer excellent ventilation because when they open, a huge space is created for air to flow through. If the breeze is blowing to the east or to the west, the cross-breeze will be “caught” by the open window and funneled into the home. Awning windows don’t just let you ventilate your home in good weather, either. Since the open window guards the window opening, you can leave them open during a rain shower without worrying that the raindrops will blow in.
Awning windows generally look best when the windows are either square-shaped or longer than they are tall. So, Dayton home owners often place these windows over a kitchen counter or on a bathroom wall where a larger window might not offer enough privacy. Coincidentally, these are places where you could always use a little extra ventilation.
Casement windows are very similar to awning windows, but the hinges are placed to one side of the window rather than along the top of the frame. You can choose windows with the hinges on the right or the left, depending on your preferences and what works best with your home design.
Casement windows also create a large opening when they are open, and they are perfect for catching cross-breezes. If the window opens to the left, it will “catch” air blowing to the left and funnel it into the home. Even when there’s just a gentle breeze outside, a casement window can make your home feel light and airy. Homeowners also love casement windows because they are very secure; the sash locks tightly into the frame when the window is closed.
Casement windows look great in most any shape or size. Whether you have classic, tall rectangular windows or square-shaped ones, this window style should be suitable. For this reason, many Dayton home owners choose to put casement windows throughout their home. However, you could certainly pair some casement windows in the living room and dining room with awning windows in the kitchen and bathroom for a more unique appearance.
Both awning and casement windows are excellent choices for ventilation, and they are fully customizable to match your home. You can fit the windows with grilles and choose from a wide array of colors. To learn more about these window options, contact Renewal by Andersen to schedule your free, in-home consultation with one of our knowledgeable associates.
Topics: Awning Windows, Dayton home
