Different Types of Window Styles

Ok everyone. Do you all know what the different types of windows are? Just in case you don’t, let’s have a little chat right now about the different window styles. That way, when you turn to decorate them you’ll know what types of challenges you are facing. About a month back, I posted about decorating troublesome windows so for those of you who read that post and did not know what I was referring to, here’s your briefer.

Awning – This type of window is one with a single sash hinged at the top to open up and out from the bottom.
Casement – A single sash hinged on the left or right that opens out with a crank or lever. These types of windows are a tad tricky to decorate, so see my blog post about it here.
Double-hung – A window with two sashes that bypass each other vertically when opened from the bottom and top.
Fixed Glass – This type of window does not provide a way to open. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes to combine with other windows. Large fixed windows are sometimes called picture windows.
Gliding – A window with two sashes that move horizontally in a common frame.
Single-hung – A window that features an upper and lower sash, but only the lower sash is operative.

Creating beautiful window treatments for a variety of different window styles can be challenging. But, with a little ingenuity you can create a home environment that makes you feel perfectly at ease.