Posts in Category: Double-Hung Windows

Did you know that there are many different types, styles and customizable options for replacement windows? Bow or bay, double-hung or sliding, awning or casement? The choices can be dizzying! Discover the many available window styles and choose which option will work best for your personal design preferences and the architecture of your home. Discover more with this infographic that illustrates the different options for replacement windows.

Your home should be a comfortable place where family gathers at the end of a long day to feel safe and secure. Homeownership is also a big investment, but generally speaking, you can usually recoup any money you spend on home improvements. That’s why many families choose to spend time and money to improve their homes.

Whether you’re ready to purchase replacement windows soon or in the near future, it’s important for homeowners to be informed buyers. Not only are there many options when it comes to selecting the style and material of the windows, but there are additional factors to consider.

What is the cost of replacement windows? The short answer is easy. Window + Installation = Cost. But, what determines the actual cost of the window itself? That answer is a little more complex. Learn more about what goes into the price of replacement windows and what features you should be looking for in your new windows. 

The decision between replacing your old windows or installing storm windows is the subject of a long and bitter ongoing debate among designers, architects, contractors, and home-lovers. There are many factors to compare, and each situation is very unique. Trying to assess the different factors gives many people a headache and often leads to rushed choices and misguided decisions.

While many people reach for paper towels and window cleaner when their view to the outside world becomes obstructed by dirt and grime, the process of squirting solution onto the pane and wiping it away usually results in simply moving the dirt particles from one part of the window to another. In order to get your windows really clean, you need to lift the dirt away, not just relocate it. 

Looking for window prices online? You might be disappointed. For every twelve window manufacturers you might be able to find one or two prices on the manufacturer’s website. And when you do finally find a price, it will probably be a vague range of numbers, such as $5,000-$25,000. Not helpful, right? What’s up with all the cloak and dagger when it comes to window prices?

At some point during home ownership you’ll likely take a look at your windows and consider replacing several or all of them. Older windows can result in a variety of problems and expenses. It is important to consider single vs. double hung windows: major differences exist between the two windows, ranging from the amount of available ventilation to the ease and cost of maintenance and cleaning.

In our house, we have a great room with a little portative organ and a harpsichord. When we started planning our interior design, I decided that one of the things I really wanted was to make our music area as special as possible. We didn’t have any extra space in the room, so we ended up choosing to install a sparkling new bay window.