Depending on its location, usage, building material and inner mechanism, a widow can be of varying types. This is the topic for discussion in this guide.
Fixed windows
A window set in a permanently closed position is known as a fixed window.
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Sliding windows
A sliding window opens through horizontal movement along the top and bottom track in a frame.
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Pivoted windows
With a hinge installed on opposite sides of a frame, pivoted windows can rotate 90°-180° around a horizontal or vertical axis.
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Double-hung windows
Double-hung windows are rectangular ones with two sashes — upper and lower. Both the sashes are functional and move up and down.
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Louvered windows
Louvered windows have shutters with horizontal slats that allow proper ventilation and light. The slats can be opened and closed to act as shutters.
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Casement windows
Also known as crank windows, casement windows have hinges at the side and opens outward to either side.
Metal windows
Windows made up of wrought iron, cast iron or mild steel are becoming popular these days because of their strength, style and ease of maintenance.
Sash windows
Made of one or more movable panels, sash windows are vertically opening windows.
Corner windows
Made of multiple sashes that meet at a corner and span both the sides of a building, corner windows act as a single unit.
Bay windows
Multi-panel structures that project outward beyond the external wall of a building, bay windows stick out from the wall.
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Dormer windows
Dormer windows projects vertically from a sloping roof and help bring light into any space with a vaulted ceiling, especially an attic.
Clerestory windows
Clerestory windows are large windows or series of small windows along the top of a structure wall, typically near the roof line.
Lantern windows
Lantern windows are glass structures, sitting on top of a structure.
Gable windows
Gable windows are meant for sloped roof building and have a triangular gable above them.
Ventilators
Ventilator windows allow air flow in an otherwise airtight window frame.
Skylights
Windows installed in a ceiling are known as skylights.
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Types of Windows used in Buildings
Fixed windows
Sliding windows
Pivoted windows
Double-hung windows
Louvered windows
Casement windows
FAQs
Where are gable windows used?
Gable windows are used in sloped roof buildings.
What are eyebrow windows?
Eyebrow windows are small arched windows that project into the roof to allow light into an upper story.
What are clerestory windows?
Clerestory windows are located above the roof line of a building and used to let light come into an interior space.