Category: Windows and doors
Timber-framed windows are a fantastic investment for homeowners, as they’re sustainable, versatile and can last up to 80 years – plus they have other benefits too.
There are lots of different styles of windows that can come with timber frames, so it’s important to understand the differences between them, and which one will be right for your home.
Let’s take a look at the key styles of timber window frame you’ll be choosing from, and which sort of home and homeowner they suit.
Sash windows
Sash windows feature vertical – or sometimes horizontal – sliding panes that allow the window to open.
They ooze elegance and are timeless in their appeal, and often found on period or listed properties, or within heritage conservation areas. It’s usually best to go bespoke when buying sash windows so you can ensure that they are fitted with the locks and mechanisms needed to keep your home secure.
Ideal for: period properties, in particular Victorian, Georgian and Edwardian architectural styles.
Advantages of sash windows
- They’re stylish and suited to period properties.
- Generally, they are easy to use and open thanks to the sliding panes.
- When crafted bespoke, sash windows can be fitted with modern adaptations such as draught slips, secure locks and double glazing.
Bay windows
A bay refers to a large, distinct window that projects outwards from the property’s exterior wall and creates an alcove of added space within the internal room.
Bay windows come in different styles and sizes – the most common is a larger sash window in the middle and two smaller ones on either side. Bow bay windows are also popular; these have four or more sashes joined together at smaller angles, which create a more rounded appearance to the overall window.
Ideal for: staying true to the architectural styles of Georgian and other period properties, as well as more modern homes
Advantages of bay windows
- They give you added space within your home.
- You’ll get greater levels of light and ventilation within the room.
- Bay windows come in lots of different sizes, shapes and styles to suit different sorts of houses, so they’re very versatile when created bespoke.
Casement windows
These popular, versatile windows are usually side hung and have their hinges at the side, but sometimes they are hung from the top or the bottom.
They open outwards and offer lots of different styling options – for example, you could go for a traditional cottage style with bars laid across panes of glass, or select a sleek, clean appearance to suit a more modern home.
Ideal for: any type of home, from classic to contemporary, depending on the specific design
Advantages of casement windows
- They can be one of the more cost-effective styles of timber-framed windows.
- By going bespoke, you can adapt casement windows to suit any style of property.
- Their straightforward, simple design means that they’re some of the easiest types of window to care for and maintain.
To discuss your timber window frame requirements with the experts, contact Tucker Joinery today.
