Since they were used in castles during the English Renaissance, bay windows have come a long way. Today, they are installed in all styles and sizes of homes and loved for their ability to usher an abundance of natural light into a home.
Bow windows use more glass panels than bay windows do because bow windows are installed in more of a curve than bay, and more windows are needed to create the curve.
The aesthetics and expansive views of bay and bow windows add style, space, and value to your home while delivering a significant return on investment (ROI).
The Difference between Bay and Bow Windows
Bay Windows Defined
A bay window is a central window or group of windows bordered by additional windows that extend out from your home’s walls, creating a “bay” inside your room (usually a kitchen, bedroom, or living area). Bay windows consist of a large center picture window which is fixed, and either double-hung or casement windows on both sides of it.
Bow Windows Defined
Curved bay windows are called bow windows. Bow windows are designed with 3,4,5, or 6 equal-sized sections and give your room added dimension and symmetrical style. Bow windows come in custom sizes and a variety of combinations of ventilating double-hung or casement windows combined with fixed picture windows.
How Bay and Bow Windows add Space to Your Home
Seating is often part of the indoor function of a bay or bow window area. An inviting breakfast nook or a reading nook are created when you add a gorgeous bay or bow window to your home.
Get creative with the bay created inside your home by adding a hanging chair to relax in and adding visual interest to the room. Bay or bow windows located in a master suite are used as a place to read or relax.
How Bay and Bow Windows add Style to Your Home
Bay and bow windows offer an attractive focal point for your home interior and add interest to its exterior. They often highlight an outstanding view and bring an abundance of natural light into your home.
Complement Your Home with New Windows
Find the window style that matches your home’s architecture to bring out the best in its looks.
- Transom windows—Get style above the entry door that gives your home curb appeal and boosts natural light inside your home.
- Sidelights—Located on one or both sides of your entry door, these design statements add value to your home and increase the welcoming warmth of your entryway.
- Double-Hung Windows—These popular windows consist of two vertically arranged panels, both of which can be moved up and down. These are easy to clean with their tilt-in feature, and they offer great air circulation to your home.
- Single-Hung Windows—A perfect fit for historic homes, these look a lot like double-hung windows, but only the bottom sash opens. Because of the minimal moving parts, single-hung windows are extremely low maintenance and have excellent insulation.
- Casement Windows—With this super popular window style, the operable panel hangs on a hinge that enables the window to be opened like a door. Get fabulous ventilation as these attractive windows literally catch the wind when they’re open.
- Awning Window—The hinge on awning windows is at the top, so the window pushes out from the bottom. This type of window is used to allow air to flow into your home even during a rain shower.
- Slider Windows—Slider windows are two horizontally mounted sashes that open and close easily by gliding along a track. They work well over a counter or sink.
- Picture Window—This is a fixed window that doesn’t open. Its purpose is to bring more light into the home and provide gorgeous views of the outdoors. These come in all types of shapes and sizes as well as custom sizes.
- Half-Round Windows—Also known as circle tops, these add a modern look and visual interest to your home.
The Advantages of Replacement Windows for North Carolina Homeowners
- Boost Indoor Comfort—Put an end to the discomfort old, drafty windows create in your home. Get replacement windows that keep the cold air out each winter and the warm air out each summer.
- Lower Energy Use—Enjoy the benefits of well insulated window replacements that show up as lower utilities bills.
- Maximize Curb Appeal—Update your home’s look with sleek, stylish replacement windows.
- Flood Your Home with Natural Light—Relish the uplifting atmosphere an abundance of natural light provides from replacement windows.
- Increase Your Home Security—Get safety features that boost your home’s protection.
- Minimize Noise Intrusion—Get more peace and quiet inside your home.
- Enjoy Low Maintenance—Tilt-in features offer easy cleaning.
- Maximize Performance—When replacement windows are installed by a reputable company, you get the high performance and durability you deserve from window replacements.
Precision Window Installation for Optimal Results
Don’t settle for an inferior window and door contractor. Get the long-term, high performance you desire with expert installation from the experienced professionals at Kelly Window and Door. With over 27 Years in the window and door business, we are dedicated to providing the highest level of both products and services.
We deliver five-star treatment whether you have us install one or twenty windows. We don’t give estimates; we give exact price quotes so you can plan ahead with confidence.
At Kelly Window and Door, we respect your home and take extra time to clean up well after each project. We carry only the finest brands of windows and doors so you can select the best products for your home with confidence.
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