Casement windows are windows that are hinged at the side or on the top and typically open in or out. If they are hinged at the top they can sometimes be referred to as awning windows and if they are hinged at the bottom they are known as hopper windows. Casement windows Glasgow from Clydebuilt Home Improvements can be designed in a range of materials as well as paired or single windows that are fitted within one frame and hinged on the outside.

Other types of windows include sash, sliding, gable, and bay with the main differences between window styles being how they open, how they look, and what type of space (known as an aperture) they fit into.

Casement windows vs sash windows

Replacement casement windows vary in their opening mechanism in comparison to sash windows. Sash windows are made up of two window pane units – one pane will slide down over the other to open the window. Usually, the lower pane slides up and down, sometimes both panes can move up and down. Whereas casement windows open in or out on a hinge.

Sash windows can be less waterproof than casement windows due to the opening mechanism. The small gap between the two panes needed to slide one over the other makes it more vulnerable to draughts and weather damage, an issue you won’t find with casement windows. This can be exacerbated as time passes because the opening mechanism may wear down the seals between the two panels, increasing the chance of a drought coming in.

You may be interested in sash windows if you have a traditional property, but you can achieve the exact same aesthetic finish with a dummy sash casement window. This will give the appearance of a sash window without risking droughts.

Casement windows vs sliding windows

Sliding windows are similar to sash windows in that the panes of glass slide over each other. However, the term sliding window is typically reserved for windows that slide sideways instead of up and down. Some people call sash windows sliding windows.

Casement vs awning (top hung casement)

Awning windows can also be referred to as top hung windows. They share similarities with traditional casement windows but have hinges at the top instead of at the side. There are a few things you should consider when deciding between a side hung or top hung window. A side hung window can allow more of a breeze to come in quickly in comparison to an awning window. By contrast, an awning window can be partly opened to allow air to flow when it is raining without the rain getting in, as long as it is not too heavy.

The decision between the two windows will often come down to which room you want it to be installed in. Awning windows work well in bedrooms, whereas traditional casements are the preferred choice for downstairs living areas.

Traditional

Traditional casement windows (used to be referred to as French casement windows) tend to have a wood finish, sometimes with glazing bars installed to produce smaller panels of glass. Wood finishes can be created with aluminium frames. Too many glazing bars can block the view out of your window, but they can be popular if you want to style your windows to work with a period property. Newer style frames can be paired with traditional style homes as different glazing options are available for casement windows Glasgow.

Modern

Modern replacement casement windows in Glasgow tend to be made without glazing bars so that the view out of the window can be maximised with no obstruction. A lot of modern casement windows have aluminium or contemporary timber frames. Casement windows from Clydebuilt are the perfect product if you are wanting an elegant and sleek design that benefits from the latest in window engineering and technology.

Georgian

Traditional Georgian windows are normally sash windows. However, you can imitate the style of a Georgian window with their gridded pattern that is created using glazing bars. Specific glazing options can be put with modern frames like aluminium, to make the most of the benefits that new technology offers. This includes increased soundproofing and better thermal efficiency without having to compromise on having a traditional look to your windows and conflict with the character of your property.

Replacement casement windows in Glasgow will vary in price depending on a few different factors including the quality of the window, the size, how many you want to install, the glazing, and your choice of frame as well as which supplier you choose to carry out the installation.

At Clydebuilt Home Improvements you can feel assured that you are getting the highest standard of casement windows as our team has a combined total of more than 100 years of experience in the industry. We are on-hand to make sure you can get the new windows you want for your home at the best price. Enter your details today to get your free quote.

Versatile

Casement windows would suit almost any type of home in Scotland as they are extremely versatile. They can come in five different colours from Clydebuilt Home Improvements and are the most popular type of replacement windows in the area. Replacement casement windows in Glasgow can be combined to create a limitless number of styles featuring fixed panes, top and side opening lights all the time giving the extra benefits of impressive noise reduction, zero to low maintenance, and a high level of safety and security. Casement windows from us can achieve an A+ rating which is the highest possible energy rating for windows.

Customisation

Casement windows can be customised to suit your specific requirements with added features like decorative glass and clip-on Georgian bars in a variety of finishes. Our 70mm profiles are able to accommodate the best in technology when it comes to high performance hinges, handles, and locking mechanisms making your window fully secure and giving you peace of mind. Double glazing is offered with all of the casement windows in Glasgow that we fit.