Choosing windows for your home might seem overwhelming. So it helps to know all the different types that are available, as well as the features that make each type unique.

Casement

These windows are hinged on one side, and open like a door with a crank.

Single Hung

Only the bottom sash is moveable on these lower-cost windows.

Double Hung

Both the top and the bottom sashes move up and down so that you can vent at the top or the bottom of the window for airflow.

Picture

Maximizing light and a view, these large windows do not open and are typically seen on the front of a home.

Slider

These unique windows are typically wider than they are tall and divided into two parts. One half of the window is stationary, while the other side slides open.

Bay

Typically, three-paned, the center pane protrudes out into the world with the two side panes angled back in, creating extra space and light in your home.

Bow

This window style is like a bay window but with more panes, for a more curved appearance.

Transom

Often seen as a small window above a door or another window, this type is decorative and can add more light to a room.

Awning

Awning windows are like casement windows, but they hinge at the top and open outward, like awnings.

Hopper

The opposite of an awning, this window is hinged at the bottom and opens inward.