Investing in new windows enhances your home’s functionality and ambiance, as well as improves its energy efficiency. Modern windows are designed to require minimal maintenance and repair.
Make sure you choose a window installation provider that is experienced. Look for one that serves your neighborhood and understands the area’s climate. Ask for local references.
Craftsman Grid Pattern
The type of window grid pattern you choose can greatly influence the overall look of your home. There are many different styles to choose from, and the right window grid pattern can make your home stand out in your neighborhood. There are also custom windows available that allow you to incorporate a combination of styles in your new construction or replacement project.
A craftsman grid pattern evokes a classic feel and looks beautiful in many homes. It divides the windowpanes into evenly proportioned panes. This window grid style is often used in double-hung windows.
Another popular window grid style is a diamond grid pattern, which adds an elegant touch to your home’s aesthetic. It divides the panes of glass into diamond shapes and is commonly found in Tudor-style or Victorian-style homes. This window grid style is usually only found in the upper sash of a double-hung window, leaving the lower sash completely unobstructed. This is the best option for homeowners looking to add a sense of sophistication to their home’s exterior.
Diamond Grid Pattern
Diamond grid patterns add a touch of luxury and sophistication to your home. This style uses dividers that form diamond shapes, creating a unique design that makes your windows stand out from other homes. This pattern is commonly used in Tudor, English cottage, and Victorian architectural styles.
Window grids can be made from a variety of materials, including aluminum, iron, and mild or bright steel. Each type has different properties, such as thermal conductivity, resistance to rust, and durability. Choosing the right material for your windows will depend on your budget and the overall look you want to achieve.
Window grids are an excellent choice for homeowners who want to increase their home’s energy efficiency. They provide a good amount of insulation, which keeps the heat inside and reduces the amount of sunlight that passes through. They also allow you to have a view of the outdoors without compromising your privacy or safety. Adding window grids is an affordable way to enhance the appearance of your home and make it more energy efficient.
Prairie Grid Pattern
Unlike other window grid styles, prairie window grids feature overlapping grilles that run along the edges of your window. They’re popular in Craftsman and Prairie-style homes, and they provide a more open, unobstructed view of the windows.
They also work well with double-hung and casement windows. Diamond window grids are similar to Prairie window grids but visually divide your window glass into unique diagonal angles for a more ornate look. They’re popular in Tudor and Victorian-style homes, and they work well with casement windows and picture windows.
You can find these styles and others with our simulated divided lites, which feature color-matched grids that sit between the panes of your windows. They differ from exterior grids in that they don’t touch the glass, making cleaning your windows easier and preserving your home’s authentic appearance. If you can’t find a standard window grid pattern to match your vision, consider getting custom-made grids. They’ll help your home stand out on the block and elevate its overall aesthetic.
Impact-Resistant Glass
Choosing impact windows and doors will give you robust protection from storms, intruders, and flying debris. The rounded, 2-inch “pebble-like” glass that makes up impact windows is designed to break into small pieces rather than jagged shards when impacted by wind-borne debris or would-be intruders. This gives them the ability to resist penetration of the interior of your home by wind or air, up to a specified hurricane-force wind velocity.
Impact-resistant windows aren’t just about the glass; the frames also play a role. The frame material can be made from wood, metal, vinyl, or a combination of these materials. These frames are typically heavier than regular residential frames and have stiffeners and reinforcement inside to withstand impact forces.
Impact-resistant glass also provides protection from harmful UV rays that can fade window treatments, damage furniture and flooring, and cause skin sensitivity. However, window film is not an approved substitute for impact-resistant glass as it doesn’t pass the required impact & cycling test.