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Comparisons Different Type Of House Window Styles In Minneapolis-St.Paul, MN

When it comes to our windows in St. Paul, MN, you will always get exactly what you pay for. It may seem like your options are limitless when it comes to shopping for new windows as you can step into any home improvement store and find hundreds of different choices.

We offer many types of replacement windows in a plethora of styles including; single- and double-hung windows, slider, picture, casement, awning, garden, bay, and bow windows. With our many woodgrains and solid color options, we can help you find the perfect look for your home. Our window experts will always strive to inform and educate you through the entirety of your window project. Another choice to be aware of when purchasing windows is whether to get double-pane or triple-pane windows.

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Components of a triple-pane window.

What's so good about triple-pane?

During the energy crisis of the 1970s, the US Department of Energy and its Berkeley Laboratory in California worked with the window industry to find a way to reduce the heat transfer and energy losses that windows were causing. Their solution was low-E glass, which allows light to pass through but reflects heat, reducing energy loss by 35%.

Utilizing this low-E technology, inserting a super-thin layer of glass between a double-pane window, and adding krypton gas between the panes created the new standard for window replacements. These triple-pane windows are about 97% energy efficient, a 20% upgrade over double-pane with the same technology. Offering 5 times the insulation of a single-pane window, we always recommend triple-pane windows to our customers.

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Casement Windows

Casement windows in St. Paul, MN, are popular due to the large amount of ventilation they provide and their clean, contemporary look. With our casement window installation service in St. Paul, MN, your choices are endless – we have everything from single-vent windows to five-lite combinations of fixed and operating units. Casement windows include the following features:

  • Superb design that prevents air and water infiltration
  • Fusion-welded frame and sash for weathertight performance
  • Double weatherstripping
  • Large viewing area
  • Easy to clean
  • Provides ample ventilation
Awning Windows

Awning windows in St. Paul, MN, are an excellent choice for many homeowners. Unlike a casement window, awning windows are hinged at the top and open outwards. Awning windows are wider than they are tall – and the entire sash opens to provide full to-bottom ventilation. They offer an unobstructed view and can be kept open regardless of the weather. Awning windows include the following features:

  • Fine-tuned, proven design for airtight and watertight performance
  • Fusion-welded frame and sash further reduce air and water infiltration
  • Attractive beveled sash creates a beautiful look
  • Double weatherstripping for maximum energy efficiency
  • Interior-mounted full screen and double locks
Single-Hung and Double-Hung Windows

Single-hung windows open only from the bottom, while double-hung windows open from both the top and bottom. Many homeowners replace their older single-hung windows with double-hung styles to allow for more operational flexibility. Single-hung and double-hung windows include the following features:

  • Fine-tuned, proven design for airtight and watertight performance
  • Fusion-welded frame and sash to further reduce air and water infiltration
  • Attractive beveled sash creates a beautiful look
  • Double weatherstripping for maximum energy efficiency
  • Dual-layer, compressible bulb weatherstripping blocks dust, wind, and water
Bay and Bow Windows

Bay and bow windows in St. Paul, MN, are used in combination, arranged in an arc pattern, and projected outward. These windows are typically used to add beauty and make the room appear larger. The primary difference between bay and bow windows is that a bay window consists of three windows, while a bow includes four or more. Bay and bow windows have been used since the Victorian times and are a gorgeous addition to any home.

Slider Windows

Slider windows are ideal when you are looking for a non-protruding window. They are easy to operate and provide an unobstructed view of the outdoors. Slider windows include the following features:

  • Durable frame design that resists warping and twisting
  • Triple-pane is 54-77% more energy efficient than comparable single-pane windows
  • A large variety of design features and options
  • Fine-tuned design created airtight, watertight performance
  • Fusion-welded frame and sash to reduce air and water infiltration
Special Architectural Shapes for Fixed Windows

Architecturally unique windows in St. Paul, MN, can come in a variety of shapes, such as octagons, trapezoids, and circles. They provide a beautiful, one-of-a-kind look for homeowners and can be used as a stand-alone or as an enhancement to an assembly of other windows or doors.

Picture Windows

Picture windows provide homeowners with an unobstructed view of the outdoors and allow more natural light into a room. Our picture window installation service in St. Paul, MN, offers a variety of styles and options to help you find the perfect look for your home.

Garden Windows

Garden windows in St. Paul, MN, have three sides with a glass top, an outward-facing picture window, a shelf, and two or more venting windows. This setup allows garden windows to capture more daylight, making them an excellent choice for sunrooms and indoor gardens. Garden windows include the following features:

  • Durable frame with no twisting or warping
  • A large variety of design features and options
  • Fine-tuned design creates airtight, watertight performance
  • Fusion-welded frame and sash reduce air and water infiltration

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