Choosing the Right Types of Windows for Your Home
- 7 February 2025
- News
Key Findings:
- The right window type depends on your home’s style, budget, and energy efficiency goals
- Popular window styles include casement, flush sash, sliding sash, tilt and turn, Georgian, and lead windows
- uPVC and aluminium are durable, low-maintenance window frame materials
- Consider factors like natural light, security, and maintenance when choosing windows
- Crown offers a wide range of high-quality window options to suit any home
Everywhere you turn in life, you’ll likely notice technology evolving at a rapid pace. Whether you’ve turned on a news station that’s providing the latest updates on artificial intelligence, used a watch that manages to track how well you’ve slept or even entered the Metaverse, our world is evolving quickly.
The same can be said for the window industry, which is constantly evolving to fulfil new trends, materials, and styles, to help make people fall in love with their properties.
As a result of the plethora of options on offer, selecting the right type of window for your home is a crucial decision that can significantly impact its aesthetics, energy efficiency, and overall comfort for better or worse.
That’s why we’ve put together this comprehensive guide, to help you make an informed decision about the best windows for your home.
A Milton Keynes home fitted with custom uPVC casement windows, designed for energy efficiency and modern style.
Understanding Your Needs
Before diving into the most popular types of windows available, it’s essential to assess your specific requirements. Here are some key factors to consider:
Budget
Your budget will play a significant role in determining the type of windows you can choose. At Crown, we offer a range of options to suit various budgets without compromising on quality.
Style of Home
The architectural style of your property can guide your window selection. For instance, traditional properties may benefit from sash or Georgian windows, while modern homes might suit sleek casement or tilt and turn windows.
Energy Efficiency Goals
If lowering energy bills is a priority, look for windows with high energy ratings. Our uPVC and aluminium windows offer excellent thermal performance to keep your home comfortable year-round. This lessens energy bills as by reducing heat loss in winter and attracting less in summer, you won’t be spending as much on appliances.
Maintenance Wishes
Consider how much time and effort you’re willing to invest in window maintenance. Our uPVC windows are particularly low-maintenance, requiring only occasional cleaning with soapy water. Timber windows on the other hand are quite susceptible to insect damage and rot if not properly looked after, which can be fairly time-consuming.
Security Concerns
Security should be a top priority when selecting windows. All our windows come with robust locking systems to keep your home safe and secure.
Natural Light Intake
If you’re looking to maximise natural light in your home, consider larger window styles or those with minimal framing, such as aluminium windows or sliding sash windows.
Aluminium windows providing this kitchen with a modern look and plenty of natural light.
Exploring Window Styles
At Crown, we offer several different types of window styles to suit every home and preference. Let’s explore some of our most popular options:
Casement Windows
Casement windows are hinged on one side or the top and open outwards. The country’s most common window style for good reason, they’re versatile, energy-efficient, and provide excellent ventilation – as well as being simple to operate. Chances are you don’t go a day without seeing one, and our standard casement windows are available in various sizes and colours, making them suitable for both traditional and contemporary homes.
Flush Sash Windows
Flush sash windows sit flush with the frame, creating a sleek, modern appearance. They’re perfect for homeowners looking to combine traditional aesthetics with modern performance. These modern windows also offer excellent energy efficiency and are available in a variety of colours to suit your home’s style.
Cream flush sash windows
Sliding Sash Windows
Sliding sash windows are a classic choice, particularly for period properties constructed in the Victorian era. They consist of two sashes that slide vertically past each other. Our sliding sash windows can open from both the top and bottom sash, are perfect for weather control, and are excellent for allowing fresh air in.
Tilt and Turn Windows
Tilt and turn windows offer versatility and an easy opening mechanism. They can be opened in two ways: tilted inwards from the top for ventilation or fully opened inwards for easy cleaning. This makes them an excellent choice for upper floors, hard-to-reach areas, or rooms where condensation is rife.
Georgian Windows
Georgian windows feature a distinctive grid pattern that divides the glass into smaller panes. This traditional style of window adds character to both period and new build homes. At Crown, we offer Georgian windows with various decorative glass options, allowing you to balance aesthetics with privacy and natural light requirements.
Lead Windows
Lead windows add a touch of traditional charm to any home. They consist of smaller panes of glass set within a larger frame, creating a grid-like pattern across the window. This style allows for creative customisation to suit your personal taste.
Lead windows
Window Materials:
The material of your window frames can significantly impact their performance, appearance, and maintenance requirements. At Crown, we offer three main materials:
uPVC
uPVC (unplasticised polyvinyl chloride) is the nation’s most popular window frame material largely due to its affordability. However, this is due to its ability to be mass-produced as opposed to a compromise of quality, as you’re still promised thermal efficiency, customisation, and durability.
Aluminium:
Aluminium frames offer a sleek, modern appearance and excellent durability. A tough metal, they’re strong, lightweight, and require minimal maintenance, making them an excellent choice for contemporary homes.
Timber:
While we don’t offer natural timber windows due to their high maintenance requirements and cost, it’s worth noting that they can provide an authentic, traditional look. However, an important consideration is that they require regular upkeep to prevent warping, rotting, and other issues.
Who are Crown?
Crown Conservatories, Windows, & Doors have over 20 years of experience in the industry. We’ve built a strong reputation for professionalism, quality workmanship, reliability, and exceptional customer service. Our mission is simple: to provide customers with nothing but the best when it comes to window and door installations. We’re proud to be FENSA-approved installers.
We serve homeowners across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Northamptonshire, consistently exceeding expectations with our premium windows, doors, and conservatories, all of which are available in a stunning range of finishes. With our state-of-the-art showroom in Milton Keynes, free consultations, and 3D design plans, we make it easy for you to visualise and choose the perfect windows for your home.
Get in touch with our friendly team today on 01908 507 778.
