Casement windows are made for openings in which the height is greater than the width.
Casement window hung like awning window.
They need space that can accommodate a window 47 5 inches to 60 inches wide by 35 5 inches to 60 inches tall.
Like double hung windows sliding windows need more room than casement windows to meet egress window codes.
Unlike the awning the casement can be positioned strategically so that even a 2 to 3 inch opening would act like a sail on a boat and direct the breeze inside.
We re going measure for new windows remove the old casements install the new double hung window and add trim and caulk to seal it up.
Like casement windows awning windows also come with an easy crank operation system making them a snap to both open and close.
Casement window pros the casement is the ultimate ventilation window.
Unlike the hung and slider windows the whole window opens up to take in a breeze.
Casement windows swing horizontally like a door.
Because of this these windows are great for areas that need extra natural air circulation.
Most people can do this themselves given a few hours.
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A crank on the house interior turns a gearbox that pushes the window open and which shuts it.
The old casement windows have to go and you want to install new vinyl double hung windows in their place.
It is also important to consider the proximity to exterior pathways or seating areas.
They offer excellent ventilation control you can open them to suit your comfort level and secure them in place with a window stay.
Double hung windows have two operable sashes so you can bring in a cool breeze at the bottom while letting warm air out at the top.
Casement windows are also ideal for openings where you d like to have an unobstructed view of the outdoors while double hung windows are great for bedrooms because of their ability to have both the lower and upper sash opened which allows maximum ventilation.
They are available in one two three four or five lite configurations.
An interior latch must be engaged to fully secure the window shut.
However awning windows are hinged at the top and are only available in one two or three lite configurations.
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Both are practical flexible and easy to use.
When opened the entire window lifts out of the frame.
Awning windows often sit high on the wall and open at the bottom to help circulate the air.
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