Summer is fast approaching, and with it comes the inevitable rise in temperatures. For many of us, that means it's time to start thinking about how to keep our homes cool and comfortable without breaking the bank. One popular solution is to invest in a casement window air conditioner. These versatile units are designed to fit into the narrow, vertical windows commonly found in modern homes, and they offer an efficient and cost-effective way to beat the heat. In this blog post, we'll explore some of the best affordable casement window air conditioners on the market, as well as offering tips and advice on how to choose the right one for your needs.
The Frigidaire FFRS0822S1 is a popular choice for those looking for an affordable casement window air conditioner. With a cooling capacity of 8,000 BTU, this unit is suitable for rooms up to 350 square feet. Its energy-efficient design helps to minimize your electricity bills, while the included remote control allows you to adjust the temperature and fan speed from anywhere in the room. The FFRS0822S1 also features a 24-hour programmable timer, so you can set it to turn on and off at specific times to save even more energy.
The PerfectAire 3PASC10000 is another excellent option for budget-conscious shoppers. This 10,000 BTU casement window air conditioner can cool rooms up to 450 square feet, making it ideal for larger living spaces. Like the Frigidaire model, it comes with a remote control for easy adjustments and a 24-hour programmable timer. The 3PASC10000 also includes a sleep mode, which gradually adjusts the temperature and fan speed to create a more comfortable sleeping environment.
Keystone's KSTAW08B is a compact and affordable casement window air conditioner with a cooling capacity of 8,000 BTU. This unit is designed for rooms up to 350 square feet and features three cooling modes and three fan speeds, allowing you to customize your comfort level. The KSTAW08B also has a built-in air filter that removes dust and allergens from the air, ensuring that your home stays fresh and clean. With its energy-saving features, including a 24-hour programmable timer and sleep mode, this air conditioner is both budget-friendly and eco-friendly.
When selecting a casement window air conditioner, there are several factors to consider. Here are some tips to help you make the right choice:
1. Measure your window:Before purchasing an air conditioner, measure the height and width of your casement window to ensure that the unit will fit properly. Most casement window air conditioners are designed to fit windows with a minimum width of 15.5 inches and a minimum height of 21 inches.
2. Determine the appropriate BTU rating:The cooling capacity of an air conditioner is measured in British Thermal Units (BTUs). To find the right BTU rating for your space, multiply the square footage of the room by 20. For example, a 350-square-foot room would require an air conditioner with a cooling capacity of at least 7,000 BTU.
3. Consider energy efficiency:Look for air conditioners with a high Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER) or those that are ENERGY STAR certified. These units will consume less energy and save you money on your electricity bills in the long run.
4. Check for additional features:Many casement window air conditioners come with features such as programmable timers, sleep modes, and air filters. Consider which of these features are most important to you and choose a unit that meets your needs.
5. Read customer reviews:Before making a purchase, read customer reviews to get an idea of the performance and reliability of the air conditioner you're considering. This will help you make a more informed decision.
With these tips in mind, you'll be well on your way to finding the perfect casement window air conditioner to keep your home cool and comfortable this summer. Whether you choose the Frigidaire FFRS0822S1, the PerfectAire 3PASC10000, or the Keystone KSTAW08B, you can rest assured that you're investing in a high-quality, budget-friendly solution for beating the heat.
Casement windows are the most common style of window. They feature hinged panels that swing open and closed. Casement windows are available in single panels or multiple panels. The direction a door swings, either to the right or the left, is called the handing. In addition to handing, window are identified as either inswing or outswing depending on whether they open into the house or towards the outside.
Our team of experts will work with you to develop a bespoke plan that fits your needs. We take a holistic approach to the planning process, combining our technical expertise with our knowledge of customer requirements and project constraints.
This newly built private house is in Sydney, Australia. The area occupied by the fenestration system in our scheduled design drawings was up to more than 110 square meters. A wide range of design details made the perfect mix of modern aesthetics and traditional sophistication, the simulated vertical hung windows with tilt & turn opening systems in this home are absolutely breathtaking. SDLS (Simulated Divided Lites with Spacer Bar) brings some historical vintage feeling to the whole building without losing any energy saving performance. Long narrow fixed windows creating larger-than-life expenses, coupled with German high-end systems made this project stand out from the rest.
The client's idea was to maintain a certain vintage feel, and our aim was to meet the energy efficiency needs and standards of modern houses as much as possible while maintaining a retro design. Doorwin’s 61S simulated hung windows with tilt & turn openings is a respectful modernization of a classic architectural masterwork.
Why choose the tilt and turn opening method?
Because it generally has better air seals than sliding, single hung, or double hung window frames. Tilt and turn windows form a complete seal when fully closed, this means they are less prone to water leakage, and cold draughts and you’ll keep more of your heating indoors where it belongs. They can be opened in the upper tilt way to ventilate at a minimum opening status and are easy to clean outside of the glass; when there’s a good day, they can be opened as normal inward casement windows.
Our well-crafted bespoke systems enhance the functionality and panoramic view of this modern house.
Huge, fixed glass walls up to seven meters long and two meters high bring great lighting and open views, making it really refreshing to the mind. Five meters high long narrow windows give the whole building a contemporary aesthetic.
Every window’s placement and shape not only add to the uniqueness of this home but also provide a more energy-saving ability for the owners.
Doorwin energy-efficient integrated glazing units feature double-pane glass, warm-edge spacers, argon gas fill, Low-E coatings, and fully tempered glass, they can not only create a comfortable and natural indoor environment but also save electricity bills and heating bills of more than 100 USD for the owner, it’s a real bargain compared to choosing a regular glazing set.
Aluminum Door offered an air of uniqueness and elegance to a home. With their luxurious patterns and beautiful finishes, it provides this house with a bounty of aesthetics and security. Aluminum entry doors allow you to resist any weather extremes, corrosion, and pests. So aluminum is one of the most resilient and durable materials you can select for front doors considering the price/performance ratio.
With pieces of double panes, and Low-E tempered glass. The door provides a good insulation performance.
Divided lite windows and doors offer unique architectural solutions for buildings without compromising energy efficiency or aesthetics. Doorwin provides multiple muntin and glass options to customize your divided lite windows and doors. Further customization is available with a variety of colors and materials, creating an infinite number of design combinations to best suit your style.
In this project, we use SDLS (simulated divided lites with spacer bars), these bars permanently adhere to both sides of the glass, and spacer bars are installed between the glass, this is the most energy-efficient way to create the look of classical décor grilles. The windows in the bathroom bedroom and study have an Arch Transom Design, making these rooms, which are often used by the owner, have some traditional aesthetics.
BTW, Doorwin offers free design assistance, so if you need a custom design like this one, contact us right away and we will provide you with the most aesthetically and functionally pleasing design solution.
For windows and doors, hardware is as important as the engine is to the car. The continuous technological innovation of the European hardware industry has strongly promoted the performance improvement and functional innovation of windows and doors. In this project, Doorwin uses Hoppe™ multi-point locks, hinges, and handles from Germany.
Multi-point lock systems provide not only the burglar-resistance but also a tighter compression seam, making the window keeps good energy-efficient performance. Together with Technoform Bautec’s insulation edge bond and sealant strips, these make up our products' top insulation and energy-saving performance.
We have several international patents to reduce clients’ labor costs, such as our unique flanges and assembly type tubular design, which is different from the other products on the market. What sets us apart among Chinese counterpart is that all our products are equipped with nail fin structures for quick and easy installation. Labor costs during installation may exceed of the window and door price, therefore, our exclusive patent allows users to not only get a significant increase in installation efficiency, but also greatly reduce the labor cost of window and door installation. A cost that may bring you unexpected savings that far exceed the price difference you may care about now.
With our own expertise, we provided the no-cost design development and contract documentation with CAD & BIM drawings, including elevation, details about the project, and installation help.
Before production, we will provide accurate sample drawings, which will clearly show the cross-sectional pattern, size, opening method and direction, pattern of the warm spacer, and the installation nodes. We will not go into production until you have signed off on the drawing to ensure that you receive a final product that meets the exact requirements of your project.
Doorwin's professional packing system guarantees all products are delivered safely and without any damage. We apply a four-point packing system. Firstly, adhesive plastic film is applied on interior wood frames and exterior aluminum frames to avoid scratches on the surface. Then, a paper board is applied after we apply air bubble film surrounding the whole windows/ doors to avoid any destruction or clash. Lastly, we place them into a durable non-fumigation plywood crate to avoid any possible damage during transportation.
With years of experience shipping our products worldwide, we could guarantee to ship our products to their final destinations intact and without any damage.
Doorwin is one of the most professional window & door manufacturers are known for its great customized products. In Doorwin, a variety of colors, styles, and sizes of products are available to meet the client’s unique requirements. We own three ISO9000-certified modern factories in China. With a factory area of 20,000 m2 and a production capacity of 100,000 m2 per year. Doorwin Group has the scale to ensure timely delivery and the flexibility to reduce manufacturing lead times to as short as 18 days.