When it comes to choosing the perfect windows for your home, you might feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of options available. However, two types of windows have stood the test of time and continue to be popular choices for homeowners: casement windows and sash windows. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the world of these timeless classics, exploring their history, advantages, and how to choose the perfect style for your home.
Casement windows have been a popular choice for centuries, dating back to medieval Europe. These windows are hinged at the side and open outward, providing excellent ventilation and unobstructed views. They were often found in grand country homes and castles, where their elegant appearance and practicality made them a favored choice.
Sash windows, on the other hand, originated in the 17th century and quickly gained popularity in Georgian and Victorian architecture. These windows consist of two panels, or "sashes," that slide vertically to open and close. Known for their elegance and charm, sash windows continue to be a popular choice in period homes and modern properties alike.
Both casement and sash windows offer a range of benefits that make them an attractive option for homeowners. Some of the key advantages include:
Casement windows provide excellent ventilation, as they can be opened fully to allow fresh air to flow through your home. This is particularly beneficial in rooms that require good airflow, such as kitchens and bathrooms. Sash windows also offer effective ventilation, as the sliding mechanism allows you to control the amount of air entering your home with precision.
The timeless charm of casement and sash windows is undeniable. Both styles have a classic elegance that can enhance the appearance of any home, whether it's a period property or a modern build. Casement windows offer clean lines and a minimalist design, while sash windows boast a more traditional look that is perfect for period homes.
Modern casement and sash windows are designed with energy efficiency in mind. Double-glazing and effective sealing ensure that heat is retained in your home, reducing your energy bills and keeping your living spaces cozy and comfortable. This is particularly important for older properties, where original windows may be drafty and inefficient.
Both casement and sash windows can be fitted with high-quality locking systems to ensure the safety and security of your home. Casement windows are particularly secure, as the design makes it difficult to force the window open from the outside. Sash windows can also be fitted with locks and restrictors to prevent unauthorized access.
When it comes to selecting the ideal casement or sash windows for your home, there are a few factors to consider:
Consider the architectural style of your property when choosing your windows. Casement windows are versatile and can suit a range of property styles, from contemporary homes to traditional country cottages. Sash windows are best suited to period properties, as they complement the classic features and charm of Georgian and Victorian architecture.
Casement and sash windows can be crafted from a variety of materials, including timber, uPVC, and aluminum. Each material has its own advantages and aesthetic appeal. Timber windows offer a traditional and authentic look, while uPVC and aluminum options provide a low-maintenance and durable alternative.
Double-glazing is the standard choice for modern windows, offering excellent energy efficiency and noise reduction. However, you can also opt for triple-glazing for even better insulation or choose decorative glass options to add a touch of character to your windows.
The hardware and finishing touches on your casement or sash windows can make all the difference in achieving the perfect look for your home. From stylish handles and hinges to decorative glazing bars, there are plenty of options to customize your windows and make them truly unique.
In summary, casement and sash windows are timeless classics that offer numerous benefits for homeowners. With their elegant appearance, practical features, and range of customization options, it's no wonder these window styles continue to be popular choices in homes across the globe. Whether you're looking to enhance the charm of your period property or add a touch of sophistication to a modern build, casement and sash windows are a versatile and stylish option that is sure to impress.
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.
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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.
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