All You Need to Know About Windows for Your Home
Windows actually, keep the sound. They create a sound barrier outside. Homes have windows to allow fresh air and improve ventilation - imagine living in a home with no windows; It can be difficult to breathe every minute. Homes have windows for many practical and decorative reasons.
TYPES OF WINDOWS
FIXED WINDOWS
These are ideal for windows with no fixed window openings and those that require little or no ventilation.
SLIDING WINDOWS
These windows have sashes that overlap each other when moving in a fixed horizontal frame. These are ideal for residential and commercial spaces where space storage is required. They provide comfort and space
CASEMENT WINDOWS
These windows have their shield hinge, which allows them to swing like a door. Again, these windows are very popular in residential areas.
BAY WINDOWS
These windows protrude out of the main walls of a room, creating a hollow bay. They are the best suited for spacious rooms with high ceilings that offer a good scenic view and also, add a touch of elegance to the room.
TILT AND TURN WINDOWS
These windows can be tilted inward for protection against rain and can be swung like a case window with the help of their side hinges. They are most suitable when you need mild ventilation, but without the outdoor weather elements that affect your home.
SINGLE AND DOUBLE HUNG WINDOWS
Single-hung windows are fixed above, but the bottom is sloped up like a traditional sash window. Dual hanging windows, on the other hand, have a fixed bottom but can be opened above.
AWNING WINDOWS
Like the casement windows, these windows have a hinged sash, but the hinges are above.
TYPES OF MATERIAL USED IN WINDOWS
1. Aluminium.
2. Wood.
3. uPVC and similar plastics.
4. Steel.
5. Glass-fibre-reinforced plastic (GFRP)
HOW TO CHOOSE RIGHT WINDOW?
1. SOUND INSULATION
2. WEATHER RESISTANCE
3. DUST PROOFING
4. ENERGY EFFICIENCY
5. LONGEVITY & DURABILITY
6. BEAUTIFY YOUR HOME INTERIORS
7. SAVE MAINTENANCE HASSLES
8. OPT FOR CONVENIENCE AND OPTIMIZE SPACE USAGE
9. MAINTAIN PRIVACY
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