If you’re expecting a smooth shopping experience for your home windows, it may be tricky with the wide range of selections available. You have likely been introduced to bay and bow windows. These are types of windows that can efficiently bring a level of beauty and comfort to your home — making them an attractive and go-to choice for many buyers.
Here’s an overview of bay and bow windows by your residential and commercial storefront doors and windows installers.
What Are Bay Windows?
Bay windows date back centuries, with the most notable ones found in churches during the Gothic period. These windows are basically a combination of three or more windows that protrude outward from your walls. Bay windows are quite unique as they can include different types of window construction. But unlike other window styles, these windows are not identified by the number of their panes or glass type but as a piece of architecture.
What Are Bow Windows?
Bow windows extend beyond the exterior wall but sweep away in an elegant arch of four, five or six windows. Unlike other windows and doors, bow windows are generally more about their appearance than their practicality. They can make a room appear larger and more open than it actually is. You can add a window seat to your bow window to add to its functionality. If you want a sophisticated window style for your home, this type of window may be what you’re looking for.
Which One Is for You?
Both bay and bow windows are excellent choices for improving the appearance of your home. To further help you make a decision, here are a few things to consider:
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Bay windows protrude farther outward from the wall, creating more floor space in the interior.
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Bow windows usually allow more light to enter the room as they have more glass panes than bay windows.
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Bow windows can be wrapped around the corner of a building to form a unique turret shape on the outside and a nook on the inside. This also allows you to have a view of two sides of your home.
If you need storefront windows, Prestige Windows & Doors offers a range of quality window products. Call us at (305) 820-5999 or fill out our contact form to request an estimate.