So you know you want casement windows on your home in Pinellas County. That’s a great decision and casement windows are highly energy efficient. Casement windows seal tighter against the house when the wind blows so they are even better for your home when it comes to energy efficiency. When you are looking for replacement windows, they are a great option. But even if you know what material you want (many homeowners choose vinyl for low maintenance and high energy efficiency!), and even if you already know you want the casement style, you still have decisions to make. One of the most important decisions you will make about casement windows is the direction in which they will open. Here are some things you will want to consider.
Keep Ventilation in High Regard
When you install casement windows as replacement windows, you are getting a window that opens all the way from top to bottom at the same time. That’s great for ventilation if you do it right. You might want to think about cross breezes in your home, which might mean having casement windows on opposite sides of the house opening in different directions. You can then better catch the breeze and send it flowing through the house. So when you think about which way the replacement windows will open, you need to think of how they will work together as well.
Consider Your Dominate Hand
When you are putting in just one casement window above the kitchen sink, in the bathroom, or in another location, you might want to open the crank with your dominate hand to make it easier. The crank on the right side will crank right and makes it simple for you to open something that might be in a hard to reach spot.
Think About Appearance
Replacement windows aren’t all about looks, but if you don’t consider appearance, you might not be happy with what you are left with after the installation. Casement windows often have hinges so they open toward the middle of the room in order to create the right aesthetic. You might want to go with that or you might want to put more weight on the cross breezes. The ultimate decision is yours.
When you are working with casement windows, there are a lot of questions even after you’ve made the major decisions. The good news is that the professionals at Clearwater Window & Door Inc are here to help. Give us a call at 727-559-7007, ask any questions you have, and we’d be glad to answer them for you. Better yet, stop by our showroom at 2025 Gulf to Bay Blvd, Pinellas County 33765 and we’ll show you examples that can answer your questions in person. When it comes to casement windows St Petersburg, you know you’re making a wise decision for replacement windows. Now you just have to get all of the little details like opening direction and hardware right to make things perfect for your Clearwater home!
