What Are The Basic Types Of Windows?

Tips For Beautiful Lincoln Replacement Windows

Windows are architectural elements that ensure natural lighting and ventilation. Most windows can be opened to allow ventilation or closed for isolation from the outdoor environment. Whether we are talking about renovating the home or building a new one, the types of Lincoln replacement windows you choose must reach different levels of performance to suit the need for comfort and security, specific to each room.

Windows also have an esthetic role that should not be neglected, hence the various shapes, colors, degrees of glass transparency etc. you can choose from.

 

Types of windows

There are a few things you need to think about before choosing new windows for your home, because different window types serve different purposes. Consider the light and ventilation needs as well as the general architecture and interior design of your home.

The classic window is the one that has a lateral opening (hinged to the left or right). It is easy to maintain and ensures optimal air space, visibility and brightness.

The oscillating-swinging window resembles the classic one, but it also has a tilting mechanism located at the bottom of the window, which allows it to fold it upwards. This mechanism offers you the possibility to leave the window partially open, without worrying about wind, rain or security issues.

The awning window flips outwards due to the horizontal system located at the top of the carpentry. Its main advantage is that when opened, it does not occupy space in the room, but, on the other hand it might obstruct outdoor traffic path, if the house is placed near a walkway. Awning windows are a bit more difficult to clean and maintain than regular windows mentioned above.

The pivoting window (horizontal or vertical) has a folding system based on visible or concealed pivot hinges. It rotates with its frame up to 90 degrees around the pivot and presents numerous advantages, practical and aesthetical. These windows are also easy to clean and maintain. Although they are a popular choice especially for town houses and offices, their flexible design makes them suitable for all types of property.

The sliding window is being provided with a slot that allows one half of the window to open by sliding until it reaches the other end. One of the two glasses can be fixed, or both can be mobile, but regardless of this, sliding windows provide some specific advantages: when they are opened, they do not occupy indoor or outdoor space; they provide great visibility and lighting, as well as quick ventilation.

 

Besides these, there are other types of windows, rather rarely used, specific mostly to single-family houses and the premium category, such as bay& bow windows (they have a decorative role and allow increasing the indoor surface and provide more light), gable windows (ideal for houses with covered terraces), skylights (specific to attics), dormer windows (located immediately below the roof) and stained glass windows (architectural and very stylish).

Windows can be also classified according to the materials they are made from.  In this regard, people can choose from vinyl, wood, fiberglass, composite or aluminum.