Both Casement Windows and Tilt and Turn Windows come in a variety of styles and are used in a wide variety of situations. But what are their main differences and which style is best suited to your individual needs? Traditional Casement Windows: Will feature hinges on both the top, front or back. The lower half of the window will open and close like a normal window. The upper half of the window has a crank mechanism that allows you to raise or lower the window.

Tilt and turn windows are a modern variation on this same basic design. They are known as tilting casements and feature two independent components. The primary difference between the two is the presence of a crank mechanism that allows you to adjust the opening and closing. Some tilt and turn windows will also include side-hinged flaps that allow light to pass through to the interior of the house. The other design features are more functional and don’t affect the functionality of the window itself.

Both casement windows can be placed in a number of different positions. The most common way to open them is to have the crank mechanism push the flaps towards the outside and then towards the inside. This results in a fully open window, but the window may be partially or completely sealed off at the top and bottom. In some models of tilt and turn windows, you can open the flaps outside to the right and left, leaving the crank mechanism fully open at the top and bottom. This gives the appearance of an “intake” which allows the light to come in.

With tilting casement windows there is no requirement for any sort of ventilation and therefore your air conditioner and/or heater will not be affected. Therefore, this feature can save you money on your cooling and heating costs. Even if you don’t need ventilation, it is possible to tilt the window and close it partially or completely while the ventilation is still available and using a partial shade will stop heat loss from entering the room.

As mentioned earlier there are many different designs of tilt and turn windows. Most use sliding windows which are easier to install than other types. However they are more expensive than other window frames. It is always wise to take into account the cost of opening and closing the window. Windows with hinged flaps are less expensive than casement and tilt and turn window frames. However they do require you to use two hands to open and close them.

Tilt and turn windows with glazing are an excellent choice for high energy efficiency buildings. Many buildings have required high thermal mass due to the size of the building and the occupants. Tilt and turn windows with a thin film of glass at the top work surfaces are very efficient. However glazing is not required in most buildings. This type of glazing does however increase the cost of the building as replacing the existing glass with new glazing may be necessary.

You can add tilt and turn windows with or without a glazing option at the start of the building construction. A tilting frame is usually provided at the start or you can buy a ready-made one. Ready-made frames have a hinge that you can add a handle to and lock in place when the frame is closed. Ready-made frames have a locking mechanism that prevents the glass from tilting during use. Ready-made windows are not available in all sizes and therefore you will have to specify the exact size and type of the frame that you require.

To use the tilt and turn windows with glazing you must first install a glazing door. This door ensures that the glazing remains fixed when the door is closed. When you open the door, it creates an opening on the inside which lets the glass slide outwards. To keep the glass fixed you can use wooden dowels or you can use steel strips to hold the glass firmly in place. These steps help you get free of the need to have large windows for the interior of the building.