Top 3 Window Styles for Traditional Homes – PART 1: Double Hung: Preserving Classic Beauty

You can’t get more traditional than double hung windows, which are the most common windows found on  American homes. Introduced by scientist and inventor Robert Hooke in the 17th century, this window style lets homeowners experience a classic home design that offers maximum functionality. They remain popular even after 400 years, primarily because they offer good looks and superior convenience in one package.

Features and Benefits of Double-Hung Windows

Double hung windows have two operable sashes that slide vertically. This means you can open either the window at the top or at the bottom–one at a time or simultaneously–or just leave it closed altogether. Most double hung windows manufactured today have an innovative balance system and tilt-in capabilities, making them so much easier to open and close. This could be a huge benefit when it comes to cleaning and maintaining their panels.

Here are other notable benefits of installing double hung windows in your traditional home:

• Maximum Ventilation – Since their sashes can be opened at the same time, they allow a generous amount of air to enter your space. They can be great for the kitchen and bathroom areas, where ventilation is most necessar
• Energy Efficiency – Thanks to modern technology, double hung windows manufactured today come with energy-saving materials that boost their efficiency. From insulated frames and multiple panes to glazing technology, today’s double hung windows can bring comfort to your home and shrink your energy bills fast.
• Space-Saving Ability – Their panes glide over one another,opening without using up any exterior or interior space. This makes them an excellent choice for rooms with limited floor space, or for walkways and patios where you don’t want a window to protrude.
• Great Views – Double hung windows also offer great views of the outdoors, thanks to their expansive glass. You could definitely enjoy the view of the water, trees, or your own garden, as you sit in your favorite chair with a book in your lap.

If you’re looking for a simpler alternative to double-hung windows, casement windows are for you. Watch out for the second part of this three-part blog series where we’ll discuss the unique features of a another traditional window style—the casement window!