Double-Hung Or Casement Vinyl Windows?

If you are looking to purchase replacement windows for your Simi Valley, CA home, there are plenty of options to consider. Perhaps the idea of going with vinyl windows was easy. After all, you know vinyl windows are efficient, low maintenance, and cost effective. But just because you know you want vinyl windows does not mean you have all of the other details ironed out. There are different styles to consider and they will affect the way the windows appear and function in your home. Here are some details on double-hung and casement windows to help you make a decision between the two.

Double-Hung Windows

Double-hung windows are easy to open because of their springs. You can lift them open with operable upper and lower sashes. If you have trouble cleaning windows now, you can tilt double-hung windows into your house so you can clean the inside and the outside from the interior of your home. Double-hung windows are also great for areas that don’t have space for a window to protrude into the house or out of the house. The windows lay flat at all times so they won’t take up the garden walkway or the kitchen paths.

Casement Windows

You can easily fold down the handle on a casement window so the entire window is out of the way when it is closed. When you want to open it, you just crank the window open and it can be opened all the way to a 90 degree angle. This is especially nice of you want to catch the Simi Valley, CA breeze and bring it into your home with ease. You can also reach the window to clean the inside and outside from the interior of your home.

Views

When it comes to double-hung and casement vinyl windows, you want to think about more than just the functions of the windows. Consider the view you have outside your house when you look at the different styles. Double-hung windows are always going to have a horizontal bar in the center of the window and that could be at eye level in some cases. This could prohibit the view of your yard. Casement windows are better for unobstructed views.

Costs

Vinyl windows vary in cost, but on average, the two window styles are similar in cost. There are going to be factors that raise or lower costs like glass type and other options, but you don’t have to worry about choosing one over the other simply because of your budget.

Mix it Up

Keep in mind that you don’t have to have all of one type of window or another. It might be nice to have casement windows Simi Valley, CA in your living room, for example, so you can see the view, and double-hung windows in the room that overlooks the front yard so you don’t have to crank a window out and have it be in the way. The options are endless and the professionals at Quality Windows are here to help! Give us a call at 805-984-5895 or visit our showroom for examples at 1430 S Oxnard Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93030.