As much as 30% of your home's energy consumption comes from heat lost and gained through windows. Therefore, the windows in your home directly determine how much energy you consume each day and how much you pay on your energy bills.

Planning to get new windows? Do you want the kind that saves energy and money? There are so many kinds of windows on the market, are you a bit confused? In fact, the most important thing is to choose windows to see if it can make the home comfortable, the temperature is just right. Such a window, with a really called a smooth!

When looking to get replacement windows for your home, double-pane and casement windows are two options worth considering. Before making a decision, take a deeper look at how they work and their unique benefits so you can be sure to pick the one that best meets your home's needs!

1.Ease of operation: How they work

You may not be too sure where "casement windows" and "double-hung windows" fall, but you've certainly come across both over the years!

Casement Windows

What is a casement window? A casement window is a window that can be pushed open with a crank or handle. By turning the handle with one hand, the window can be pushed away from the exterior wall of the house. These windows are often used in areas of the house where it is difficult to reach the window and push it up, like a double-hung window.

You may have seen casement windows over kitchen sinks. Casement windows are also often used in homes with more modern designs because their clean lines give them a contemporary feel. Because they can be operated by hand, casement windows are also an excellent choice for the elderly or physically challenged. It doesn't take much strength to open them.

These windows also usually lock along the side, rather than in the middle of the two sections like double-hung windows.

Double-hung windows

What are double hung windows? A double-hung window is exactly what it sounds like - when moving a pane up or down, the two panes of the hanging window can overlap each other. Double-hung windows open by pushing the lower pane towards the top of the window frame. Newer double-hung windows also open from the top, and they are designed to open toward you for cleaning. These windows are mostly used in older homes or homes with more traditional styles.

For homes with small children, modern double-hung windows may be a safer option. This is because they can be opened from the top, reducing the risk of a child trying to climb out of the window or getting their hand smashed while trying to raise or lower the window.

2. Appearance and location

It's important that both types of windows have a very distinctive look. After all, windows take up a large portion of a home's surface area. You want to choose a window style that complements the rest of the home's architecture.

Casement Window

Casement windows are tall, single rectangular windows with simple geometry that are perfect for modern homes. With no sash separating the glass, these windows provide an unobstructed view of the home's surroundings. If you live in a waterfront home or one with beautiful mountain views, casement windows complement the views from your windows and become the focal point of every room.

Even if you don't have a particularly beautiful view, casement windows provide bright light and give any room the feeling of open space. On a more practical note, properly positioned casement windows are a great gateway for warm air and fresh air during the milder months of the year.

Double hung windows

Compared to casement windows, double-hung windows are more traditional. They have a long history of use in traditional architecture. If your home has a traditional look or you are renovating an older home, double-hung windows are a great way to maintain the original style of the building.

Thinking about replacing your windows, right? Casement windows are really an option, but they may also change the feel of your home a bit. Double-hung windows are actually a good idea, especially on a deck or porch that doesn't block the view and makes the space seem more spacious.

If you have children at home, double-hung windows are quite practical. You can open only the upper half of the window for ventilation, and close the lower half, so that the child is not easy to climb out, but also safer.

3. Cost

When choosing windows, do not rush to look at the price tag, you have to think about it first and home fit. For example, the summer can make the home more ventilated, winter and can not heat preservation, so that living is comfortable, and can also save a lot of electricity. So ah, pick the window, have to start from the actual needs, comprehensive consideration only!

Window selection is an important factor when considering a home resale. If you put casement windows in an older home, changing the original look, you may find when you sell your home that the money spent on the windows didn't bring a commensurate return. And if you choose cheap but not energy-efficient double-hung windows, the buyer may find the house less than desirable. Therefore, when choosing windows, it's important to think about practical use as well as the impact on the value of the house, so that you can make a more appropriate decision

Casement windows

Casement windows have a higher average cost than double-hung windows. This is due to the more complex mechanics involved in creating the handle and crank system. Since casement windows usually complement more modern home architectural styles, they are also less in demand, leading to higher prices.

The price of casement windows, it is really difficult to say at once. Because there are many kinds of materials, sizes vary, and the choice of glass, these will make a difference in price.

The price of casement windows ah, sometimes they can be about the same as certain double-hung windows, and it mostly depends on what materials it is made of. If you don't want to compare two completely different windows, contact us at YA JI we know exactly how these windows compare to each other!

Double hung windows

Double hung windows are cheap because of the high demand in the market; however, when choosing windows, you have to consider your own needs and budget, such as: window frames, glass, and so on.

4. Natural Lighting

The windows you choose can have a big impact on the natural lighting in your home. But does one type of window really provide more natural light than another?

Casement Windows

The casement window has no sash to block, so the light can shine directly in, and the house looks very bright. However, in summer, the sun is too strong, the house may be slightly hot; winter warmth must also pay attention to, open the window, the warm air is easy to run away from the large glass.

Thinking about replacing the windows in your home with more energy efficient and translucent glass? Then I have to recommend Low-E glass to you. This type of glass has a special coating on its surface. In summer, it can effectively block the heat from outside; in winter, it can reduce the loss of indoor heat, insulation effect is particularly good. Although the price is a little more expensive than ordinary glass, but in the long run, it is still quite cost-effective!

Double-hung windows

Double-hung windows are cleverly designed to contain sashes between the top and bottom sections, but that doesn't stop them from being a great choice for the ultimate in natural light. Similar to casement windows, windows with low-e glass are an added bonus. This combination not only lets in plenty of light, but also maintains the temperature in the room effectively, realizing the perfect combination of comfort and energy efficiency.

5. Energy efficiency

We hear the term “energy efficiency” all the time, but what exactly does it mean? Simply put, it means that a product uses less energy to do the same job. This is an important consideration when choosing windows. We want the kind of windows that will keep our homes warm in all seasons, but won't make our energy bills too high. So, when you're buying windows, look out for their energy efficiency!

Casement Windows

The casement window fits tightly into the window opening and seals exceptionally well, keeping the outside air out. And its locking design is more intimate, can pull the window sash firmly into the seal, to ensure that no air leakage at all!

This means your home's HVAC system doesn't have to work as hard for air leaks and uneven temperatures. Also, less “bought air” is lost through tiny cracks and breaks in the seal. By preventing air loss, you can lower your home's energy costs.

Double hung windows

While casement windows are notorious for their energy efficiency, double casement windows have their own unique appeal, especially when you find experienced installers to help. These installation veterans can make sure that your windows are fitted tightly, with no leaks at all, and no pesky gaps or water seepage problems. As a result, your home's energy efficiency can be greatly improved, saving you both money and comfort.

6 Ventilation

On a crisp fall day, it's refreshing to open your windows and let the breeze breeze through your house. But which windows deliver a warm, soothing breeze?

Casement windows

Casement windows, with their unique way of opening, bring a superior ventilation experience to your home space. When they stand side by side, they skillfully weave a cross-breeze path through the interior. The secret lies in their spacious opening design. Without the blockage of the center sash, casement windows are able to show a more open and smooth ventilation channel, which undoubtedly provides more possibilities for the free flow of air compared to double windows.

However, because casement windows are operated with a crank, they need to be opened wide for a breeze to come through the opening. If the opening isn't open enough, or if there isn't much room when fully opened, the ventilation may not be as effective as expected.

Double hung windows

While double hung windows don't have as large of an opening as casement windows, they do have the advantage of being able to slide the window upward on breezy days, thus creating an opening. Some casement windows don't have large openings, which means they don't get as much airflow through screens that cover the opening. Whereas double casement windows open upwards without anything blocking the window or stopping the breeze from flowing through.

7.Cleaning

Window cleaning really isn't easy, so it's worth it to think about what tangible benefits your new windows will give you before replacing them!

Casement windows

Casement windows don't have sashes or grills that will get in the way of cleaning cloths. Simply spray some glass cleaner on the window glass and wipe it clean. There are two problems you may encounter when cleaning casement windows. First, the screens on casement windows are usually located on the inside of the glass. This means that you will need to remove the screen before you can clean the glass. The second problem is that it is difficult to clean the outside of the glass without stepping outside.

Double hung windows

Today's double-hung windows are designed so that you can pull each section inside to thoroughly clean both sides of the glass. You can also pop the grille out to get a clear, smooth surface to scrub. This ensures that you clean every inch of glass without leaving any residue behind.

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