Single-Hung Windows
Single-hung windows, also known as sash windows, have a long history. More common in older, historic homes, single-hung windows are less expensive than double-hung windows and easier to install.
Single-hung windows have the top sash fixed in place; in other words, you can only move the bottom sash, or panel, up. Since they only move vertically, there’s no usage of interior space. This is the most common window we replace in older homes. Finishing options including wood, vinyl, and aluminum. You can also get them in various shapes and sizes.
Advantages of single-hung windows include:
- Ease of maintenance
- Security
- Energy efficiency
- Space-saving
- Versatility
Double-Hung Windows
In a double-hung window, both sashes are movable meaning you can either open the top or the bottom sash. Double-hung windows are easier to maintain and are the most common style of window in most modern homes. With more movable parts than single-hung windows, double-hung windows are roughly anywhere from 50% to 75% more than their single-hung counterparts.
Double-hung windows are popular in some of Houston’s more affluent neighborhoods. Some homeowners like double-hung windows due to their versatility. Homeowners like the double-locking mechanism for a tighter sealing, allowing for greater energy efficiency and security. Tilting glass features allow for easy cleaning.
Advantages of double-hung windows include:
- Energy efficiency
- Ventilation
- Easier to clean
- Security
- Versatility
So, what choice should you make as a homeowner?
As a homeowner, you have to make a few considerations regarding what type of window is right for your home. Here’s a few things to keep in mind.
- Double-hung windows are easier to clean than single-hung windows. Double-hung windows can be fully cleaned from the inside; for a single-hung window, you have to go outside to clean the outside glass.
- Single-hung windows are typically regarded as more energy efficient, but double-hung windows have an advantage on colder days.
- Single-hung windows cost less than double-hung windows.
Choose the Window Cowboy as your Houston, Katy, and Sugar Land window dealer
If you are in the market to replace your single- or double-hung window, then turn to the Window Cowboy at Replacement Windows of Katy. For over a decade, Replacement Windows of Katy has helped numerous homeowners in the Greater Houston, Katy, and Sugar Land areas save big on window replacements without sacrificing material quality and installation workmanship.
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