Types Window

Fixed or Picture Window Does not open; no ventilation Minimal window treatment best Picture windows create a portrait-like space on your walls Create stunning walls of light and view Can be used in combination with operating windows and patio doors

Sliding or Gliding Windows open by sliding one sash horizontally past another Ideal for spaces that are next to walkways and other traffic areas, since they do not project outward Generally, placement higher on walls is preferred, especially in homes with children.

Double or Single Hung open vertically with sash that slides up and down top sash can be opened for ventilation provides an extra measure of safety in rooms with children

Casement crank open for unobstructed views top-to-bottom and side-to-side open fully, catching breezes and directing the flow of fresh air into home crank open, which makes them easier to operate over sink or appliances

rain or shine, awning windows are an easy way to boost your ventilation If opening requires a reach, such as over a kitchen sink or counter, awning windows are easy to operate awning windows are often combined or joined with other window styles. Awning

Hopper basically awning windows that open from the top and are placed lower on the wall awning windows also tend to direct rainwater away from the home, while hopper windows let rainwater in Energy efficient Good for ventilation in small areas like bathrooms, basements originally called transom the angle of the window helps block dirt, leaves from blowing into house Hard to install window coverings because they angle outward, making privacy an issue

Center Pivot Great for air circulation window covering must clear window when open.

Jalousie consists of parallel glass or wooden louvers set in a frame louvers tilt open and shut in unison, to control airflow through the window they are usually controlled by a crank mechanism best-suited for porches that are not climate-controlled and are located in mild-winter climates common on mid-20th-century homes in Florida, southern CA can remain open during heavy rains because the glass louvers protrude outward to keep most of the rain from entering in impossible to achieve a good seal between panes. It is also very hard to secure this design, as the slats are easily and silently removed.

Energy Efficiency

Energy Star What is ENERGY STAR? ENERGY STAR is the government-backed symbol for energy efficiency designed to save money and protect the environment through energy-efficient products and practices The ENERGY STAR label was established to: reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants caused by the inefficient use of energy; and make it easy for consumers to identify and purchase energy-efficient products that offer savings on energy bills

Energy Star Rating What makes it ENERGY STAR? ENERGY STAR qualified, windows, doors, and skylights are manufactured by a qualified Energy Star Partner are independently tested and certified by the NFRC ratings that meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Department of Energy