Choose the Best Bow Windows for Your Home
When choosing new windows for your home, it can be difficult to know what would work best. Bow windows are a popular choice for homeowners because of their ability to brighten a room and make a room seem larger.
Bow windows can offer panoramic views of a garden from a living room or be installed with a window seat to create a nook for reading or relaxation. Unlike traditional flat windows, a bow window is chosen by many for its practical benefits as well as its unique style.
If you’re wondering whether bow windows are the right choice for your home, read on to learn more about bow windows from Minnesota Rusco and their benefits. With over five decades of experience supplying and installing bow windows, we can advise you on the best choice for your replacement windows.
What Are Bow Windows?
Bow windows are a popular choice among homeowners due to their aesthetic appeal. They consist of four or five identical windows joined together at a slight angle.
When fitted into a home’s wall, bow windows protrude outward, giving a beautiful curved effect. Bow windows can create the illusion of more space even in small rooms and open up your living space. Their widescreen view often allows you to get a bigger view of the outside world compared to a smaller, single-window design.
The individual bow windows come in various window styles. They can be single-hung or double-hung, depending on your preference. As their name suggests, a single-hung window has just one window pane which opens in a window, while a double-hung window has two.
Bow windows can also be made up of various window styles, such as casement windows or awning windows. A casement window is a traditional window style where the window opens outward on a vertical hinge to the left or right of the window frame. These windows are ideal for airflow as they allow the whole window to be opened fully. An awning window opens via a hinge that is usually at the top of the window. This allows the window to open outwards with a slant, which can protect your home from rain while still allowing airflow.
The Differences Between Bow Windows and Bay Windows
Bow windows are similar to bay windows, but they have a few differences. Both window styles are made up of several smaller windows joined together. They also both protrude outwards from an exterior wall, creating more space and light in a room. Both designs can have a window seat installed in the curved space. The key difference, however, is in their shape.
Bow windows are aligned to create a curve, or a “bow,” so there are no sharp edges in the window’s curvature. Bay windows are usually made of three window panes: one main “picture window” in the center, which is framed by two smaller windows to either side. In contrast, bow windows are usually made of same-sized windows to create the bow effect.
Which window is best for you depends on your personal preference and your home’s style. Both styles of windows let in plenty of natural light and have great curb appeal. An expert at Minnesota Rusco can discuss your design ideas and give you advice on which window style would work best for you.
Benefits of Bow Windows
Bow windows offer a range of benefits. They maximize the natural light in your home and offer panoramic views of the world outside. They are also versatile, allowing you to customize their design to suit your personal home style.
The curved shape of a bow window is an elegant design choice. By curving outwards, the window creates more space in the room and captures natural light from all angles. Thanks to their innovative design, bow windows can brighten up even small rooms. If you have a garden or views of the city or countryside from your home, installing bow windows also broadens the view, allowing you to see even more from your home.
Bow windows can be used with a range of window features, color options, and exterior colors. One popular style is a vinyl bow window with grilles. Vinyl windows are made from a synthetic plastic material rather than wood. This high-quality plastic is low-maintenance and easy to clean. It is also resistant to dampness and rot and usually comes in a modern white color. The grille effect is a criss-cross pattern on the outside of the window that gives the effect of having smaller panes of glass joined together. Grilles can add charm and traditional style to your home.
Bow Windows with Minnesota Rusco
We at Minnesota Rusco have been installing windows since 1955. Our company serves residents of the Rochester, Mankato, Owatonna, Saint Cloud, Brainerd Lakes, Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Bloomington areas. We are experts in home improvement and work closely with every customer to design the perfect windows for their home.
Our replacement windows score highly on all industry-standard measures of energy efficiency. We can accommodate a huge variety of design options, including bow windows. All of our bow window installation experts work directly for us, so you can rest assured that your bow window replacement will be in safe hands.
Contact our Minnesota Rusco experts today for a free consultation to discuss the options for new windows in your home.
