Windows are the eyes of a home that lets us see beyond the walls.
Natural light and ventilation are extremely important while building a house. It will reduce energy consumption and at the same time ensure safe and healthy living conditions with ample daylight and fresh air.
Here is why uPVC doors and windows are the best options for your dream house
uPVC or unplasticized polyvinyl chloride doors and windows are strong, durable, and will give your home a sleek finish. These types of doors and windows are the latest trend in the market as it adds a more sophisticated touch to your rooms. These are cost-effective, non-toxic, and environmentally friendly which makes them the perfect choice for your home. These windows don’t need much maintenance and are highly secure. Most architects, constructors, and developers prefer uPVC doors and windows as they are long-lasting and come with a wide range of choices.
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To give your dream home a modern and sleek look, it is important that you choose the right window design that suits best for your budget and architecture.
Here are some of the top 5 popular uPVC window designs:
Bay window
uPVC bay windows are the combination of two or more windows in such a way that they protrude beyond the surface of the wall. Also, these windows can be built into square, polygon, semi-hexagonal, and semi-octagonal bay windows. It makes the room look more clean and modern thus increasing your home value.
This not only gives you more light but also more storage space. Additional storage spaces can be installed under the bay windows. These windows are really popular window designs, are exceptionally beautiful, and offer a panoramic view.
Benefits:
More natural light
These types of windows provide ample sunlight and from all directions since they are multi-angled. The presence of natural sunlight is essential for comfort and visual stimulation.
Adds volume to any space
These types of windows make the room feel more spacious even when it's not. So such a design will be useful for small rooms or houses.
Good ventilation
This feature also allows good ventilation allowing fresh air and breeze. Thus it provides good air circulation.
Reading area
Bay windows are perfect if you are looking for reading space. Installing a seat or sofa near the bay windows will provide a cozy vibe perfect for reading and relaxing.
2. Casement window
These windows are the most commonly found and are one of the most popular window designs used for building houses and offices. It is a window that is attached to the frame by one or more hinges and it comes in a single or multi-pane casement window. These designs mostly come in large sizes as doors which provide a great deal of air and sunlight. It also gives a larger picturesque view of the outdoors.
Benefits:
Super ventilation
With its large size and big openings, this particular design provides the best ventilation when compared to the other designs. Since it can be designed in single or multiple shutters the windows can be operable according to the customer’s requirements.
Better views
If landscape view is your top priority then casement windows are the best option for you. These windows provide a larger and clearer view minimizing the connection between indoors and outdoors.
More selection
Casement windows have a wide range of variations like villa window, fixed single window, casement O-O window, casement O-O with top fixed window and french window. Thus you will have options to choose from and select the design that goes best with your house.
More security
This design provides more security as they have locks attached to their frames. They are also weather and termite-proof adding another layer of security.
3. Tilt turn window
These are windows with double functions. They look just like casement windows, it is a multipurpose window and can have three different positions according to the needs of the customer. It works with the twist of a handle and gives a more sophisticated look to your room. It is easy to clean and its dual benefits make it popular among buyers. Tilt and turn windows give more control over noise, heat, and pollution.
Benefits
Flexible
These windows are highly flexible and the shutters can be easily tilted for ventilation purposes. Tilt and turns are easy to handle and the glass is also easy to clean by tilting on both sides.
Hidden sashes and hinges
These windows come with hidden sashes and hinges which gives the feeling of a fixed window. Hinges don’t make any distractions thus giving it a modern finish.
Better air-seals
Tilt and turn windows have better air-seals giving them a tighter seal and thus an airtight window. It also prevents water leakage.
Security
It is completely safe as it opens from the top and is child-friendly. Tilt keeps the lock in the correct position and prevents any intruders.
4. Sliding window
This window design is the one that opens horizontally sliding from top and bottom. One window slides while the other remains immobile. The windows are slid with the help of the rollers that are attached underneath. These windows move smoothly and are one of the easiest to operate. They open easily with just a gentle push. This window design is perfect for walkways and will give your house a classy and modern look.
Benefits
Less space
Sliding windows take less space compared to other door designs. Since it opens sideways space is not wasted while opening and closing.
Easy operation
Sliding windows are much easier to operate. Much strength is not required for its operation. A gentle push can open the window where one side slides and the other is immobile. The lack of moving parts and hinges helps the window to close tightly and firmly.
5. Double-hung window
Double-hung windows are rectangular windows that operate on sashes in order to push them up or down leaving a single or both the spaces open for ventilation. These windows save space and are easier to clean. These are weather and termite-proof. They are modern, stylish, and maintenance-free.
Benefits:
Variety
These designs also have a wide selection. Multiple colors and styles according to what suits your home the best.
Cost-effective
These window designs will come in handy if you are working with a fixed budget. A lot of variety is also available at low costs
Ventilation
The window can be open in two ways according to the needs of the customer for ventilation. Either the top or bottom part or both can be kept open for ventilation
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