When it comes to choosing windows for your home in Scotland, there are a number of window styles to consider.
Each window style offers its benefits in terms of aesthetics, functionality and energy efficiency. But what window style is right for you and your home?
Read on to find out what window style you should go for.
Casement Windows
Casement windows are one of the most popular window styles on the market in Scotland.
They are hinged at the side and open outward allowing plenty of ventilation for your home. They can also however be hinged at the top or bottom.
Casement windows provide excellent ventilation as they can be fully opened.
They are also known for their energy efficiency as they allow for minimal air leakage keeping your home warmer for longer.
This window style can be customised to fit a range of house styles from traditional to contemporary homes.
Casement windows are typically the cheapest style on the market making them the most affordable option for homeowners.
Tilt and Turn Windows
Tilt and turn windows are a versatile and modern window that is another popular option for homes in Scotland.
This style offers dual functionality. It can be opened fully inwards into the room, opposite to a casement window allowing for plenty of ventilation.
It can also be opened so the window tilts inwards from the bottom creating a small opening for ventilation at the top. This style is great for households that have young children as the room can still be ventilated without you having to worry about them climbing out.
They also can suit more traditional and contemporary properties making them ideal for most homes.
These windows are also highly energy efficient and like casement windows allow minimal air leakage.
Reversible Windows
Reversible windows are another modern and unique option for your home.
They get their name from their ability to swing outward through 180 degrees which allows for easy cleaning. They can also be highly secure and be made to be child safe.
Again they are great in both traditional and contemporary homes but they are especially useful in flats and apartments in medium and high rise buildings.
Sash Windows
Sash windows have been prominent in Scottish architecture for centuries. They offer a traditional aesthetic that complements both historic and modern homes.
Sash windows are used to describe any window that doesn’t open on a hinge. Typically, one or more of their panes or ‘sashes’ slide vertically to open allowing ventilation to the home.
Despite being a more traditional window style, they are still a popular window in modern homes. Unlike older sash windows, modern sash windows have allowed for improved energy efficiency to this design as well as security for the home making them an ideal choice for both period and modern homes.
Bay Windows
Bay windows offer a more unique look to homes in Scotland.
They project outwards from the walls to form a bay in the room. This creates more space in the room making the space feel bigger.
Bay windows allow for more natural light and a panoramic view of the outside which is great in many living spaces. This is great for making smaller rooms feel bigger and more open or letting in more light to darker rooms.
While they suit traditional properties, they can also look good in contemporary homes.
What Window Style Should I Go For?
Whatever window style you go for will guarantee to enhance your home inside and out.
While each window style comes with its benefits, the decision is completely up to you. Pick the style that suits you and your home the best.
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