Categories: Windows

Best Window Styles to Improve Ventilation

Pollutants can be diluted by ventilation, which then improves the quality of air inside your home. Proper ventilation can also contribute to passive cooling, which can help you save money on cooling costs in the summer. 

Windows are generally good for your home’s ventilation since they allow fresh air from the outside to enter your space. Some window styles do a better job of ventilating a room. If you’re replacing old windows, make sure you’re getting new ones that can help improve ventilation.

Bow and Bay Windows

Bow and bay windows are big and take up a lot of space in your home, so they’re ideal for large rooms. This type of window consists of three window units that are assembled as one. It has a big window in the middle, which can’t be opened and closed, and two smaller windows on either side that can be opened and closed. These side windows can easily catch breezes from two different directions, so you can get the most airflow into your home.

Casement Windows

Casement windows are a great choice if you want a window that lets in as much air as possible. This type of window has two panes that open outward with the help of a crank on one side. You can control how much air comes in by changing the angle at which the window opens. It’s best to ask a professional window contractor how you can maximize airflow into your home depending on your window choice.

Awning Windows

Like casement windows, awning windows need space in front of them to open fully. Awning windows are hinged at the top and open outward. You can open them even when it’s raining or snowing, and your interior will still be safe from the weather. However, awning windows are usually smaller than other window styles, so they work best in rooms that don’t need a lot of airflow. 

Double-Hung Windows

Even if there is no outside air, double-hung windows can provide natural ventilation by using the airflow inside a room. The bottom of double-hung windows lets cool air in while the top lets hot air out. More light will come in through double-hung windows if your ceiling is high and the windows are tall.

Just like choosing the right window for you, it’s also important to hire a trusted contractor. Ben’s Construction Inc is known as one of the leading home improvement companies in the area. We specialize in roofing, siding, gutters and many other home improvement services. Call us at (508) 962-2417, or fill out our contact form to book an appointment.

Ben

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