The use of tilt and turn windows are popular among homeowners who are looking for ways to maximize their space in their homes and reduce the energy bills they pay. The design of these windows allows both the best efficient ventilation (leading warm air upwards into the room) as well as a way of Fire escape with its turn on mechanism. You do not have to open the windows when in the tilt position either, since the turn on mechanism automatically locks the window into its closed position. This also allows you to fully open your doors without having to get up. Since the tilt and turn mechanisms work independently, the windows can be left in their fully open position when you are not home and only come down for air circulation during the cooler months of the year.

Most windows made today have two-sided tilt and turn mechanisms which allow you to control the opening and closing of the windows individually. In addition, newer windows now use a two-speed control dial that allows you to adjust the amount of light the windows block. Both systems use a locking mechanism that keeps the doors closed until you release the knob. To turn the windows, just lift the windows a little and the doors will turn freely.

Tilt and turn windows are great for maximizing space, especially for large rooms. Because of the way these systems work, they can also be installed in very small areas where it would be impossible to fit traditional double-hung windows. With a single-paned window, you cannot expect to get as much room as you could with a double-hung window in a smaller area. With a tilt system, the space that the windows are able to fill allows for more room, especially in a tight spot where a double-hung window would be too tightly-placed to allow light to come through. In this way, a tilt-and-turn system is a great solution for spaces where you need to maximize space but do not want to sacrifice visual clarity.

A second advantage to tilt and turn mechanisms is their ability to provide ventilation by pulling the ventilation ducts downward. If a window is open, you can still get fresh air into the space even if it is cold outside. If the windows are shut, however, the air will not be able to ventilate because the seal between the glass and the exterior is broken. With the tilt positions, you can allow some ventilation by opening the windows and letting the fresh air in, while at the same time preventing condensation or freezing rain from forming on the interior of the glass.

Tilt and turn windows do not have to be installed by professional technicians. Many homeowners enjoy installing these types of double-hung windows on their own. The process is simple and requires a few simple tools that can be found at most hardware stores.

To install the tilt and turn windows, the first step is to attach the hinges to the outside frame using a screw. Next, install the locking mechanism, which usually includes two screws. You may also want to use two anchors to keep the hinge in place, especially if you have two doors with the tilt and turn feature.

The next step is to attach the track to the outside track using a screw and anchor. You may also want to use two handles, one to flip the handle in the reverse position to lock it in its full position, and another handle to adjust the height of the hinges. After you have located the hinges and adjusted the height of the track, slide the handle outward until it reaches the bottom edge of the wall. This allows you to test the functionality of the locking mechanisms by opening and closing the handles.

Last, but not least, you will need to add the casement onto the frame. Most tilt and turn windows are constructed with two casements; however, you can purchase casement frames that fit your particular door. For the installation process, I would highly recommend using drywall screws to install your casement onto the frames, as they are the easiest to attach and remove.