Living room with window styles selected for light and ventilation

Window style

Casement Windows

A window with a sash hinged at the side that opens outward in the common configuration.

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Product view

See the casement windows itself

The isolated product view keeps the sash arrangement and operating geometry clear before the room-fit and installation questions begin.

How it operates

The short answer

The sash swings on side hinges, commonly using a crank or similar operator; hardware varies by product.

Common uses

  • Openings where outward swing clearance is available
  • Rooms seeking a broad operable opening

Ventilation, view, and daylight

  • The sash can open broadly, subject to product limits, screens, and exterior clearance.
  • A single sash can provide an uninterrupted central view, with frame and hardware at the perimeter.

Cleaning and maintenance

  • Hinges, operator, locks, and weather seals require product-specific care.

Installation and performance considerations

  • Exterior clearance, adjacent paths, vegetation, and other obstructions should be checked.
  • Compression-style closure may differ from sliding operation; compare the exact NFRC and air-leakage data.

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Double-Hung Windows

Casements hinge at the side and project outward; double-hung sashes slide vertically.

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Awning Windows

Casements hinge at the side; awnings hinge at the top.

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Sources

Sources
  1. Window Types and Technologies U.S. Department of Energy
  2. Window Energy Performance Ratings National Fenestration Rating Council