Window Styles Archives - Great Lakes Window

By Great Lakes Window on Thursday, July 1st, 2021 in Remodeling, Window Replacements, Window Styles, Windows. No Comments

Whether your bathroom is an expansive master ensuite or a small half bath, the right window can make any room look and feel better. There are certain considerations for a bathroom window that are especially important. Namely, privacy matters in a bathroom, perhaps more than most other rooms in your home. Ventilation is also key,…

By Great Lakes Window on Thursday, May 27th, 2021 in Remodeling, Window Comparison, Window Education, Window Styles, Windows. No Comments

What are the differences between single hung vinyl replacement windows, and their double hung counterparts? Which of these window styles is best for your home? Read on to find out how these windows compare, to help make your window renovation work. We have briefly touched on single versus double hung vinyl replacement windows in the…

By Great Lakes Window on Monday, December 14th, 2020 in Window Education, Window Replacements, Window Styles, Windows. No Comments

Awning windows may not carry the same dramatic appeal as a large picture, bay, or bow window, but these horizontally hung windows are an important feature in many homes. Awning windows are functional workhorses, with hinges on top that allow for outward opening. They provide protection from the elements, even when wide open, and can…

By Great Lakes Window on Wednesday, August 8th, 2018 in Garden Windows, Window Education, Window Styles. No Comments

Garden windows protrude from a house sharply, often at a 90-degree angle to create a fully squared shape. These windows are boxed in with a fusion-welded frame that ensures the entire piece is strong, energy efficient, and completely weather resistant. If you are looking for a way to literally extend your home’s reach into the…

By Great Lakes Window on Monday, March 28th, 2016 in Window Styles. No Comments

Your living room is likely a place where people gather. Whether it’s just the family lounging and watching TV, or game day with friends, our living rooms are often a focal point in the home. So when it comes to choosing living room windows, you should select an option that will enhance this popular space….

By Great Lakes Window on Thursday, August 13th, 2015 in Window Styles. No Comments

When it comes to determining whether you want casement windows vs double hung, it is important to best understand the features that each option has to offer. Both provide certain benefits, and knowing what to expect from each window style will help make your choice a little easier. Casement Windows Casement windows are energy efficient, secure…

By Great Lakes Window on Monday, April 6th, 2015 in Window Styles, Windows. No Comments

If you are in the midst of a spring-time window home improvement project you have probably been searching for different window styles, energy efficient windows and windows that will keep you and your family safe. Sorting through all of that information can be exhausting and overwhelming, and suddenly this exciting project turns into a nightmare. Here…

By Great Lakes Window on Friday, April 3rd, 2015 in Window Styles. No Comments

If replacing home windows is one of your upcoming home improvement projects, you have probably given a lot of thought to the styles you are interested in. From classic single and double hung options to filling a larger space with a bay or bow window and so many possibilities in between, it can be overwhelming to choose…

By Great Lakes Window on Thursday, February 26th, 2015 in Window Screens, Window Styles. No Comments

Are you considering replacing your home windows, but not sure what features and qualities you should be looking for? While energy efficiency, looks, security, costs, usability and protection are all very important features, have you given much thought to the screens? When replacing your windows, it’s worth taking the time to learn about the screen…