Hinged on the top and opening outward from the bottom, awning windows provide ventilation while providing shelter from rain. Installed higher on walls for greater privacy, these awning windows work especially well when combined with large stationary windows.
SoftLite Awning Windows are an excellent choice when selecting quality awning windows for your home, backed by transferrable lifetime warranties that cover changes of ownership. Discover why SoftLite windows may be best suited for you.
Aesthetics
Awning windows open from the bottom, providing fresh air into your home without disrupting views or privacy, even during rainy weather. Furthermore, this window type provides ventilation even during stormy conditions making them the perfect addition for spaces like bathrooms and kitchens that require ventilation during rainstorms. Furthermore, these awninging windows can be combined with larger fixed windows on walls for optimal light and ventilation.
As with other replacement windows, awning windows come in various sizes, materials and finishes to meet your personal taste. Awning windows can also be combined with fixed and operable windows to add unique architectural styles or create an overall balanced look in your home. Awning windows have become popular choices in Craftsman bungalows to modern new-build two-storey houses alike and even be combined with fixed picture windows to give them their unique charm.
Awning windows’ bottom-opening design makes them easier than other window types to operate, providing fresh air while venting excess heat during winter months. And since awning windows hinge at the top, they’re less vulnerable to wind than their counterparts that open side-hinged.
Cleanliness is also made easier with an awning window, thanks to their wide opening that makes sweeping debris away easier. Furthermore, being less exposed to weather elements means less corrosion or damage over time.
Awning windows are highly durable and customizable to your liking with various exterior color and finish options, interior color/texture choices and hardware choices. Their frames are constructed of premium PVC with wet-glazed co-extruded exterior seal for leak protection and structural integrity; insulation helps reduce energy consumption as they feature Energy Advantage Hard Coat Low Emissivity glass designed to withstand Canadian climate conditions.
Awning windows are an attractive addition to any home, both functionally and aesthetically. Their diverse features and beautiful designs help increase property values while creating an easy home environment that’s both visually appealing and maintenance free.
Energy Efficiency
Awning windows are hinged at the top and open outward to bring fresh air into a room, offering superior ventilation in even wetter climates. Furthermore, they block snowflakes, sleet, dirt, dust, bugs and debris from entering your home while still offering clear views and providing natural lighting.
As with casement windows, awning windows are energy-efficient window options available on the market. Both types feature strong fusion between frame and sash for improved energy efficiency as well as double or triple pane glass with low E coatings to help save on costs while making life more comfortable all year round.
Easy cleaning makes bay windows the ideal choice for hard-to-reach areas like above kitchen and bathroom sinks and countertops. Their large opening allows airflow more effectively while they can be maintained using water-based cleaners from either inside or outside using their wide openings. They’re an ideal option when cleaning is required in these tight spots like above the sinks and counters in any home or business setting.
Awning and hopper windows can also be highly durable when constructed from aluminum cladding, as this corrosion-resistant material offers long-term protection from rain, sleet and snow conditions. Furthermore, aluminum cladding protects wood interior windows against moisture build-up which could cause wood rot or decay over time.
Awning windows can make an excellent addition to many different home styles. Their versatility makes them ideal for customizing them for specific uses; for instance, they can be combined with other window types to achieve a unique custom look and can add flair to modern craftsman-style bungalows as well as complement the mid-century modern homes of today. Furthermore, awning windows can even be combined with basement windows to allow natural light and airflow into otherwise dark spaces.
Awning windows offer many advantages, from their ease of installation and operation, to adding curb appeal and increasing value of your property. Awnings can be mounted anywhere on your home’s exterior wall at any height; their operation can even be automated! They look attractive when combined with fixed windows like picture or single-hung units for an aesthetic and practical solution. Awnings have quickly become popular additions in homes across America.
Easy Operation
Awning windows differ from sliding windows by being hinged at the top and opening outward from the bottom. This positioning allows for enhanced ventilation in your home even during rainy weather and using a simple handle you can control how much fresh air enters your space.
These versatile windows can add natural light into your space while adding visual interest and privacy. Picture windows pair well with them while standalone awning windows bring additional natural light in, as they don’t take up any additional wall space at the top of your wall. Awning windows make a great complement for contemporary or transitional home designs as well as homes with tight spaces as they don’t take up as much wall space at the top of walls.
Awning windows add a distinctive style and function to any home, perfect for increasing property values while increasing energy efficiency. Their elegant shape can easily blend in with other window styles like double-hung and casement to form an impressive home design. Awnings are also great options for increasing property values or saving energy costs, making your property more valuable overall.
Alberta is home to an eclectic range of home styles, from the stunning Rocky Mountains that frame Calgary’s downtown streets to Craftsman-Style Bungalow homes in Marda Loop and Crescent Heights. Awning windows offer homeowners in Alberta an ideal way to incorporate both modern and classic elements into their design aesthetic seamlessly.
An awning window’s sash can be opened from below by turning its handle clockwise and provides an easy way to bring in some fresh air while protecting against Alberta’s unpredictable climate.
Awning windows are simple to install and require minimal upkeep, making them the ideal addition for Alberta where weather can be unpredictable. Pair them with other window styles for optimal ventilation and an awesome view of your yard, not forgetting their easy cleaning properties as compared to sliding or hung/sash windows which must be opened from above before opening outward.
Versatility
Awning windows are hinged at the top and open outward from the bottom, creating an awning-like appearance and providing superior ventilation without compromising privacy. Awning windows can add visual variety to walls lacking visual interest or add privacy without compromising privacy, such as basements, bathrooms and kitchens as they can be placed over sinks or countertops for easier use. Furthermore, unlike sliding windows which tend to provide less weather resistance or an airtight seal which helps lower energy expenses, awning windows are weather resistant with air tight seal that helps reduce energy expenses by creating an airtight seal with less air resistance for improved weather resistance as well as weather resistance which helps reduce energy expenses further.
These multipurpose windows can be used alone or combined with other types of windows to add more natural light into a room, as well as provide ventilation without interfering with its architecture or privacy. Bay or bow windows work great to bring natural light in, as do casement windows which offer greater ventilation without interfering with architectural details or privacy issues.
Awning windows can be added to any wall for additional ventilation or placed above and below doorways to add natural light and views without compromising privacy. They’re often chosen as part of studio apartments, lofts or guest rooms as they add more natural light and better views without compromising privacy; additionally they make a great addition in bathrooms, bedrooms or kitchens when placed over sinks or countertops for maximum ventilation.
As with casement windows, awning windows feature an easy-to-use crank mechanism and offer tight compression seals to help save energy costs and save you money. They can open to 45 degrees without risk of water entering your home during rain or snow, making awning windows great for opening during weather events like rain or snow without worry of flooding your house with moisture.
SoftLite showrooms and speak with one of our experts to find the perfect awning windows for your home. Awning windows provide homeowners with additional light and ventilation in their homes while being easily integrated into any style of home design. However, their installation must be high enough on the wall to avoid interfering with outdoor living spaces such as decks or patios if installed too low on walls. If you are considering adding awning windows in your home, visit a SoftLite showroom near you today and speak with one of their representatives who can help find them for you.
