Split casement windows, also known as double-hung casement windows, have been a popular choice for homeowners for centuries. With their timeless appeal and practical benefits, these windows offer a perfect blend of style and functionality. In this blog post, we will explore the various aspects of split casement windows, from their history and design to the advantages they bring to modern homes.
Split casement windows have a rich history dating back to the medieval period. They were a popular choice for European homes, particularly in England and France. These windows were initially made of wood and featured a simple design with two vertical sashes that could be opened and closed by sliding them up and down. As time progressed, the design of split casement windows evolved to incorporate more intricate details, such as decorative glass and ornate carvings.
The most distinctive feature of split casement windows is their unique design, which consists of two separate sashes that slide vertically to open and close the window. This design allows for maximum ventilation and natural light, as both the top and bottom sashes can be opened simultaneously.
Split casement windows typically have a traditional appearance, with a wooden frame and multiple panes of glass separated by muntins. However, modern versions of these windows are available in a variety of materials, such as vinyl, aluminum, and fiberglass, and can be customized to suit any architectural style.
There are several advantages to choosing split casement windows for your home, including:
1. Versatility: Split casement windows can be installed in any room of your home, from the living room to the bedroom. Their classic design complements a wide range of architectural styles, making them suitable for both traditional and contemporary homes.
2. Energy efficiency: Due to their tight seal when closed, split casement windows are known for their excellent insulation properties. This helps to keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer, reducing your energy consumption and lowering your utility bills.
3. Ease of use: The sliding mechanism of split casement windows makes them easy to operate, even for those with limited mobility. The sashes can be opened and closed with minimal effort, and many modern models feature a tilt-in design for easy cleaning.
4. Security: Split casement windows are known for their robust construction, which provides an added layer of security for your home. Many models come with built-in locking mechanisms, and the design of the window itself makes it difficult for intruders to force entry.
5. Customization options: With a wide range of materials, colors, and finishes to choose from, split casement windows can be customized to match your home's aesthetic perfectly. You can also opt for additional features, such as decorative glass or built-in screens, to further enhance the appearance and functionality of your windows.
When it comes to choosing split casement windows for your home, there are several factors to consider:
Material: The material of your split casement windows will affect their durability, maintenance requirements, and overall appearance. Wood windows offer a classic look but may require more upkeep, while vinyl, aluminum, and fiberglass options are more low-maintenance and can mimic the appearance of wood.
Size: The size of your windows will depend on the dimensions of your room and the amount of natural light you wish to let in. Be sure to measure your space carefully and consult with a professional to determine the appropriate size for your windows.
Style: Consider the architectural style of your home when selecting your split casement windows. While these windows are versatile and can suit a variety of styles, it's essential to choose a design that complements your home's aesthetic.
Budget: As with any home improvement project, it's important to set a budget for your split casement windows. Keep in mind that while higher-end materials and customizations may come with a higher price tag, they may also offer better durability and energy efficiency.
Split casement windows are a timeless and versatile option for homeowners looking to enhance the beauty and functionality of their homes. With their unique design, energy efficiency, and ease of use, these windows offer a perfect blend of style and practicality. By considering the factors mentioned above and working with a professional, you can find the perfect split casement windows to complement your home's aesthetic and meet your needs.
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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