Picture Window Replacement

Cleaning a picture window is fairly simple as all you need to do is wipe down the glass with a cleaning solution. This will provide you with a clear, streak free view of the outside. Where picture windows are a hassle, is when cleaning the exterior. If your window is located above your reach, you will need to get out a ladder to reach your window, as you are not able to clean picture windows from inside your home.

Even though the term fixed windows and picture windows are often used to describe the same window style, these window types do have some slight differences.

Picture windows have a low profile (smaller frames) to maximize their glass surface, allowing for the clearest view. Fixed windows are also stationary and allow plenty of natural light to enter your home and provide great views, however they have larger frames as they are built to match the frames of adjacent operating windows.

Picture windows are known for offering great, unobstructed views. But, there are more reasons why you may want to choose picture windows for your home.

1.Versatile: Picture windows can be made to fit any window opening, from smaller windows to the extremely large. They can also be combined with operational windows styles to fill larger openings and preserve the view while still allowing for air flow.

2.Natural Light: No matter the size of your picture window, it will provide any room with plenty of natural lighting.

3.Cost: Picture windows have a simple design, and are fairly simple to manufacture and install. This makes them less expensive than other window options.

4.Durable: Because picture windows have no moving parts, there are less issues that can occur. This also reduces the potential of you needing to purchase replacement parts that may occur with operational windows.

5.Safety & Security: The fact that picture windows do not open adds to your home’s safety and security. Because there are no moving parts, it makes them less likely to be broken into. As well the potential of accidents happening are reduced.

6.Low Maintenance: Picture windows only require to be cleaned every now and then. Since they don’t have any moving parts, there is no need for lubricants, repairs or replacing mechanical parts.

Picture windows get their name because they were designed to give you an unobstructed, clear view of your surroundings, the window frame acts as a picture frame for your exterior scenery. They are used in rooms where you want to preserve the view of the outdoors, be it your yard or the view in the distance.

They are also utilized when there is a large window opening in a home. Operational windows can only be used for certain window sizes, as their moving sashes will eventually become too heavy for the window frame. Picture windows on the other hand can be used for any size window, from the extra small to the extremely large.