
Double and Single Hung
When considering double-hung vs. single-hung windows for your home, understanding the benefits of each type can help you choose the style that most suits your needs.
What's The Difference?
Single Hung
Single-hung windows have fewer movable components. It has a fixed top sash and an operable bottom sash that moves vertically.
Double Hung
Both sashes are operable on a double hung window. You can open the top sash by itself, the bottom sash by itself, or you can open both of them for better airflow.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS OF SINGLE-HUNG WINDOWS
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Lower cost makes it an ideal choice when building from the ground up or swapping out all the windows of your home
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With fewer moving parts involved in locking these windows, they have fewer failure points making them more secure
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Vertically opening windows require no extra room inside or outside, so they work well when space is a consideration
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FEATURES AND BENEFITS OF DOUBLE-HUNG WINDOWS
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Top and bottom sashes open, which provides different ways to create air flow and ventilate your room
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Ability to open and tilt out both sashes makes it safer and easier to clean inside and out, especially on upper floors
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Complement a variety of classic home styles popular here in Denver, including Victorian, modern and bungalows
