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Thinking of replacing your windows?
Here’s a hint: if your heating and cooling bills are rising, it’s time for replacements
Given the financial investment involved in replacing your windows, it pays (literally) to know what types of windows are the right fit for your home.
Here’s a look at single hung windows, double-hung windows, and how to choose the right fit for you.
A single hung window, sometimes called a single-sash window, is a window that features a lower operable sash and a stationary upper sash. A window sash is a square or rectangular frame the window glass sits in.
In short, that means the top of the window stays where it is and the bottom opens and closes. Ventilation from a single hung window comes entirely through the bottom sash.
If you’re picturing a classic window where you pull the bottom up, you’re picturing a single-hung window
There are several key advantages to a classic single-hung window that make it worth the investment.
One of the biggest advantages for many homeowners is affordability. A single-hung window is a simpler window than a double-hung alternative, which makes it less expensive to install. You don’t need as much labour, and because the window design is simpler, it’s easier to identify and resolve problems during installation.
If you own an older home, single-hung windows are a better stylistic choice. Single-hung windows have been around longer than double-hung windows and impart a classic look. While the closed windows look the same at a distance, onlookers will immediately spot the difference once the windows are open.
A double-hung window is a more modern interpretation of the classic single-hung window. While a single hung window only allows the bottom sash to move, a double-hung window allows both sashes to move, because both sashes can move, a double-hung window requires more moving parts. However, you can feel the difference in ventilation, since both sashes can move to allow air circulation, it’s double the circulation in one window.
The biggest benefit of double-hung windows is, of course, improved circulation. Double-hung windows are actually better at filtering out hot air since you can move the top sash to filter hot air out. In homes where limited circulation is a significant concern, double-hung windows are the way to go.
In addition, because double-hung windows allow movement in both sashes, they’re much easier to clean. You can access both sashes without the need for an outdoor ladder.
Whether you’re looking for single-hung windows or double-hung windows, we’re here to deliver windows you can trust.
Euroseal Windows & Doors is a trusted and professional window company that services all of the GTA and can help with both single-hung and double-hung windows, all designed for durability, visual appeal, and eco-friendliness. If you’re ready to invest in a great set of new windows, get in touch today to let us know how we can help.
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