Some window types go hand-in-hand with certain architectural styles—Victorian houses have stained glass windows, for example, while Craftsman and Colonial homes often feature dormer windows. But no ...

Double-hung windows are slightly more expensive, easier to clean and ventilate, and less energy-efficient. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

Standard window sizes offer a convenient and cost-effective option for purchasing and installing new or replacement windows.

Learn standard window sizes by type, how windows are measured and when custom sizing is needed for replacement or renovation projects.

In warm weather, there’s nothing better than opening a double-hung window to let a cooling breeze inside a stuffy room; but when the weather turns cold, you want that window to be tight and keep ...

Picking new windows for your home can be challenging, and homeowners often ponder the many questions regarding window replacement. What windows are best for your house? Which window types offer the ...

Figure A will help you to understand the parts of a window. Measure very carefully before you place an order, no matter what type you install. There’s nothing worse than discovering that your ...

There is something about a sash window, isn’t there? The gentle squeak and heave as you lift it up, the rush of air that greets you. ‘For some reason, houses with them feel like a proper home,’ says a ...