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There is more than one effective way to clean your windows. One inexpensive method is to start by making your own cleaning solution by adding warm water and a teaspoon of dishwashing soap to a 5-gallon bucket. Scrub the window with a scrubber or clean sponge that is damp with washing solution. Then, starting at […]

A quality window unit has two or three panes of glass in the frame, separated by thin spaces that are filled with inert gas (usually argon) and sealed. These insulating glass units greatly decrease the amount of heat loss through the window, as well as limiting condensation or frosting. In most cases, triple panes (tri-pane) […]

A non-operable window, generally large in size and installed in a prominent spot. Usually square or rectangular, but available shapes include round-top, octagon, and other specialty shapes.

These multi-window units project out from the wall, increasing light introduction and providing a horizontal surface for plants or even a window seat. Bay windows are more angular, with one large picture window in the center and a tall, narrow side window at each end. Bow windows usually include at least four similar-sized windows that […]

Hinged on top, awning windows swing outward, usually by means of a crank. Mostly horizontal in configuration, they are often installed high on the wall and are popular in basements. Hopper windows are similar, but open inward.

Sometimes called crank-out windows, casements are single-frame windows hinged on one side, so they open outward, usually by means of a hand crank mounted in the frame sill. They offer full ventilation when open and seal very tightly closed.

Consisting of two sash that slide up and down in tracks, double hung windows are very familiar and very popular. They offer excellent ventilation that can be adjusted according to which sash is opened. Airflow, however, is limited to half of the window opening area. Single-hung windows have a fixed top sash and an operable […]

The study of fenestration (a fancy word for designing and arranging windows) involves a number of key terms that most homeowners may not know. Any primer on window terminology starts with identifying the parts of a window. Window performance and types also involve some new words and acronyms. All windows, regardless of type, consist of […]