Gliding windows remain one of the more popular window replacement choices despite being one of the “classic” or older styles. Their popularity stems from how they can fit in almost any home – from houses with traditional architecture to more modern properties.
In this post, Renewal By Andersen® of Northwest Ohio shares the brief history of gliding windows and why they’re a great choice for your home.
Gliding Windows: A Short History
Gliding windows are believed to have been invented in the seventeenth century in Holland. Also known as sliding windows and the archaic Yorkshire Sash Window, this style originally used simple interlocking window frames that would slide open, but they would often get stuck.
Advancements in technology have made sliding windows easier to operate. These windows now utilize low-friction rolling sliders that allow for easier operating with a push of a finger. Its easy accessibility and simple operation make it the best window replacement choice for areas in your home that are more difficult to reach.
Open Views
Gliding windows also have an aesthetic benefit as they let a lot of your outdoor views into your home. This style has a relatively simple design free of ornamentations and intricate design, which means your exterior views are uninterrupted.
While it’s true that picture windows are the best choice for pure aesthetics, gliding windows are a good alternative as they add some functionality, too. They open up quite a bit which means you get maximum airflow for your home.
Low-Maintenance Windows
Finally, gliding windows are very low maintenance when you compare them to other windows as they have fewer moving parts apart from the roller mechanism. You’ll never have to worry about broken springs and pulleys with this window style.
At Renewal By Andersen of Northwest Ohio, we offer energy-efficient choices for window replacement. Our gliding windows are no exception – with frames made from Fibrex® and bolstered with energy-efficient Low-E4® glass panes.
Give us a call at (419) 931-6087 for a free estimate on our services. We offer expert window replacement in Ohio, including Findlay and Toledo.
