From kitchens and bathrooms to bedrooms and beyond, awning windows are an ideal complement to most any room in the home. They can even be used as an accent with other windows.
Above all, awning windows are versatile and can fit in spaces where other traditional size windows cannot. In addition to the ability to be installed in tight spaces, they provide excellent ventilation. Like casement windows they open outward. But unlike casements, however, they open with a top hinge rather than a side hinge. If you’re going for design versatility, weather protection and privacy, you can’t go wrong with awning windows.
Weather Proofing
Because awning windows open from the top, they offer an awning effect that provides protection from the weather while still giving you plenty of ventilation. They allow in little to no leakage from rain when they are open, which means you will enjoy fresh air inside even when the weather outside is poor.
Privacy and Security
They are smaller windows, which means they can be installed higher on the wall than other types of windows. They give you plenty of natural light and ventilation without compromising your safety or privacy. This is why they work well in bathrooms and bedrooms, often installed over counters and sinks.
Versatility
Featuring advantages in versatility that not many other styles of window can offer, awnings give you greater flexibility in styling and designing your décor. You can add window grilles in patterns that add unique light into any space.
In general, there are many ways you can incorporate awning windows into your home. Whether as standalone units or as accents to other windows, awnings have many uses. Let’s explore them.
They are Best For…
Kitchens
Awning windows make smart choices in kitchens, particularly over the sink area. It can be difficult to lean over and open a traditional window in such a cramped and awkward space. With awning windows, you just need to operate the simple hand crank mechanism to allow in as little or as much ventilation as you want.
Bathrooms
Improving the natural ventilation in your bathroom is possible without sacrificing your privacy when you install an awning window. They give you more privacy because they can be installed higher on walls than other standard windows. Plus, their easy hand crank operation gives you the ventilation you want, coupled with the privacy you demand.
Accents
Awning windows make great accent windows, particularly above doors, fixed pane windows, or as part of bow or bay windows. You can increase natural lighting and have more options for ventilation in all weather conditions. This makes then ideal additions in sun rooms over French doors and fixed pane windows, for example, to allow for the maximum amount of natural light.
Contact Rescom Exteriors for Your Awning Replacement Windows
We would be happy to help you select the best awning windows for your home. To schedule your consultation and get a quote on awnings, contact us today toll free at 774-321-6750.