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08 November 2013

What To Know About Cape Cod Windows

By Katrina Wheeler


In order for a house or building to have proper light and air exchange, there ought to be well fitted Cape Cod windows. The number of openings varies on whether it is a big house with many rooms or a small one. These openings made using various materials such as; glass, metal and the wooden. All these variations come in different prices.

Double glazing is a style of fitting openings where a space is left between every two panes. This style allows air and light to be trapped between the panes. Enough insulation is also achieved. This style is used in rooms meant for sleeping since they provide great security

As for awning windows, these ones are made to let in breeze and enough light to a home. They are opened slightly in order to allow for ventilation. For people wondering where in the house they can be placed, the answer is many places. Such include; dining area, bedroom, and living room among other areas. However one drawback of this type is its opening to the inside and this may bring dirt and dust to the house.

Casements are extra durable type of openings. They are hinged on the side and opened outwards either left or right. Adequate light and air can be obtained from these kinds of vents. These types of vents however demands a lot of care since a little moisture will lead to the development of rust which will easily make them get worn out.

Yet another type is the bay opening. This one allows a lot of light and air to enter a room. For this reason, they are best used in the kitchen since it will increase air circulation. This type also improves the aesthetics of a place as its style is extraordinaire

The openings where ventilation and light can be easily regulated are louver. They are opened manually by simply pulling upwards and the amount of light need allowed in is dependent on the degree of pulling the louvers. They help to create a cool environment in a room though heat cannot be maintained in the room since they cannot be sealed.

In cold areas, the most preferred ventilation type is that made of wood. The reason for this is that this kind is able to maintain heat in the home for a long time as compared to that made of glass. To make the wood more attractive, it can be painted to suit interior decoration of a home. However, pests are a nuisance with this type since they attack it the most. In cases where the openings are made of glass, people will need to have curtains so that people cannot view the house from the outside.

It is important to know that the price of Cape Cod Windows vary from one shop to another. Those which are made using expensive materials come in high prices. In order to avoid thieves breaking into a house, a person can use metallic vent on the openings to since they are lockable. The higher the number of openings the greater the comfort in a room this is because the amount of ventilation, light and warmth are dependent on the number of vents.




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