{"id":4283,"date":"2016-05-09T00:09:02","date_gmt":"2016-05-09T00:09:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/?p=4283"},"modified":"2021-11-04T04:15:34","modified_gmt":"2021-11-04T04:15:34","slug":"window-styles-designs-tips-picking-right-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/window-styles-designs-tips-picking-right-one\/","title":{"rendered":"Window Styles and Designs: Tips on Picking the Right One"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing a window appears like a straightforward task but many who had to do it find themselves being overwhelmed by the sheer number of options available. Having a lot of choices is always a good thing but it can understandably get confusing when you don\u2019t know what you\u2019re dealing with. To help you <a href=\"http:\/\/freshome.com\/2013\/10\/15\/10-useful-tips-for-choosing-the-right-exterior-window-style\/\">pick out the right window for your home<\/a>, here are a few tips you can keep in mind:<\/p>\n<h4>What Do You Want to Get Out of a Window<\/h4>\n<p>One way to narrow down your options is to identify what exactly do you want to get out of a window. Are you trying to emphasize a particular view? Are you trying to increase ventilation in the room, or take advantage of natural lighting to reduce your reliance on electricity?<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4285 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Window-Styles-and-Designs1.jpg\" alt=\"Window Styles and Designs1\" width=\"400\" height=\"325\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A window\u2019s purpose can dictate what window style you should get. For instance, if you\u2019re trying to frame a particular view, then you\u2019ll want to go with a window with a large expanse of glass, such as picture or sliding windows. If you\u2019re aiming at increasing air circulation in a room, on the other hand, casements are great because they open the entire length of the sash and can be opened at angles to catch breezes and direct air into a room.<\/p>\n<h4>Where are You Installing the Window<\/h4>\n<p>Where you install a window is just as important as what kind of window you install. Especially if you\u2019re keen on ensuring your privacy, you\u2019ll want to make sure you\u2019re installing the right kind of window in the right place.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4286 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Window-Styles-and-Designs2.jpg\" alt=\"Window Styles and Designs2\" width=\"400\" height=\"325\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Say, you\u2019re replacing windows in your bathroom. You wouldn\u2019t want anyone peeking in from the outside so opting for smaller windows high up on the wall will be a good bet. If you\u2019re replacing windows in a child\u2019s bedroom, you have to take into account safety so fixed windows are right up your alley. You could also install double hung windows, and only open the top sash to allow air into the room without risking a child falling out of a window opening.<\/p>\n<h4>Balancing Form and Function<\/h4>\n<p>Form follows function. What you want the window to do and where you want it to go both play a large part in what window style you choose. Within those limits, you have a lot of room to play and still come up with a window that\u2019s right for you. Keep in mind too that certain window styles match certain home styles better than others. Double hung windows, for example, feature a timeless design that works well with more traditional homes, while casement and picture windows match the modern aesthetic better.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4287 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Window-Styles-and-Designs3.jpg\" alt=\"Window Styles and Designs3\" width=\"400\" height=\"325\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/workshop.lifehacker.com\/how-to-choose-and-buy-new-windows-for-your-home-1687913722\">Finding the right window style<\/a> is a matter of matching your needs and preferences with a particular style\u2019s advantages. This is why it\u2019s important to get to know your options. For more on what replacement window styles can do for you, don\u2019t hesitate to give your local window expert a call today.<\/p>\n<p><strong>====================<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Author Bio:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Alex Esler<\/strong><\/em> is the marketing manager for <a href=\"http:\/\/www.choosebetterwindows.com\/\">Renewal by Andersen of Greater Philadelphia<\/a>. Building upon Renewal by Andersen\u2019s revolutionary contribution to the industry, she is driven and inspired to help homeowners find the window solutions they need. For updates from Alex, check out the company blog!<\/p>\n<p><strong>====================<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing a window appears like a straightforward task but many who had to do it find themselves being overwhelmed by the sheer number of options &hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6,243],"tags":[538,889],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.9.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Window Styles and Designs: Tips on Picking the Right One - Kravelv<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/window-styles-designs-tips-picking-right-one\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Window Styles and Designs: Tips on Picking the Right One - 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