Window styles aren’t just about aesthetics; they also affect comfort, energy efficiency, and home security. Invest in impact-resistant windows to protect your property from high-velocity storms and hurricane winds.
Whether you crave sleek sophistication or charming character, you can design your dream windows with endless possibilities. Explore popular window shapes to frame breathtaking landscapes and flood interiors with natural light.
Casement Windows
With minimal frame lines and broad panes, these windows make a striking architectural statement in both modern and traditional homes. They offer pristine views of the outdoors, facilitate exceptional ventilation, and have tight seals to lower energy costs. They also open wider than other operable window styles, making them a good choice for hard-to-reach spaces like over sinks and in finished basements.
Unlike sliding and double-hung windows, which have gaps where the sashes overlap, casement windows have a single sash that presses directly into the frame to form a tight seal. This minimizes air leakage and enables your home to maintain a steady indoor temperature, saving you money on heating and cooling bills year-round. They also eliminate nooks and crannies where dirt accumulates, making them easier to clean with mild soap and water or by lubricating the crank mechanism.
Double-Hung Windows
A traditional option that provides many benefits, double hung windows feature two sashes that can move vertically. Unlike single-hung windows, both the upper and lower sash can open to allow ventilation. This is particularly important in steamy rooms like bathrooms to prevent odor issues and mildew growth.
In addition to increased functionality, double-pane windows have an insulating space between the glass that’s filled with an inert gas like argon. This minimizes heat transfer and energy consumption, making them a smart choice for Florida homes.
SoftLite offers a selection of impact-rated double hung windows with low SHGC and R-Value ratings to provide optimal thermal protection for your home. These windows can significantly reduce your heating and cooling costs and can help you meet the strict requirements of Florida’s rigorous building codes.
Single-Hung Windows
Single-hung windows offer a balance of affordability and quality. They’re a popular choice that blends into many home styles, especially for second-floor windows. They also make cleaning much easier and can increase energy efficiency by releasing heat out the bottom while bringing in a cool breeze from the top.
They’re also ideal for space constraints in tight areas or small rooms where window openings must be limited. Like all VistaView windows, single hung models are hurricane-ready and built to withstand Florida’s high design pressures. They also feature low-e glass for energy cost savings, lamination, and impact-resistant glass with design pressures of +80/-140 PSF.
Bay & Bow Windows
A bay window consists of three or more single- or double-hung or casement windows that create an outward projection from the house to add dimension and natural light to living spaces. They can include a fixed picture window and operable end windows to maximize ventilation and provide unobstructed views of outdoor scenery.
A bow window curves around a corner for a uniquely elegant appearance. Like a bay, it can be configured with or without a roof and can be used as a nook-like space for dining or reading.
Bow and bay windows often require structural modifications to the home’s framing and siding, so they cost more than flat replacement windows. The scope of the project, window style and number of panes, and frame material affect pricing. Adding options like integrated seating and mullions can increase costs significantly.
Sliding Windows
Known for their sleek design and easy operation, our sliding windows (also called gliding windows) provide unobstructed views and natural light. These windows operate horizontally, allowing one or both of their sashes to slide side-to-side. They’re perfect for areas where opening outward is impractical, like over walkways and porches.
Our sliding windows are built with energy efficiency in mind. Their insulated frames help regulate indoor temperatures, reduce energy loss, and save you money on your energy bills.
Sliding windows are available in two- and three-panel options and come in a wide range of sizes. They’re also customizable to accommodate your home’s unique dimensions. They’re also available in impact glass to protect against harsh outdoor weather conditions and intruders.