Window Types

Awning Window similar to a casement except the sash is hinged at the top and always swings out.

Bay An arrangement of three or more individual window units, attached so as to project from the building at various angles.

Bow A curved bay window made from several casement windows.

Casement A window sash that swings open on side hinges.

Double Hung A window consisting of two sashes operating in a rectangular frame, in which both the upper and lower halves can be slid up and down.

Garden window A three-dimensional window that projects from the exterior wall and usually has glazing on all sides except the bottom, which serves as a shelf.

Hopper Window with sash hinged at the bottom.

Picture Window A large, fixed window framed so that it is usually, but not always, longer horizontally than vertically to provide a panoramic view.

Slider “Sliding Window”. A window fitted with one or more sashes opening by sliding horizontally or vertically in grooves provided by frame members. Vertical sliders may be single- or double-hung.

Single Hung A double hung window with a fixed top sash. Typical for multifamily and rental properties.