Bay and bow windows

Our Variety of Bay and Bow Windows

The Bow and Bay windows are a great choice for installation and replacement. Setting up these windows will alter the appearance of your home. Especially the vinyl variety provides an additional advantage of being low maintenance. These come in classic designs and various distinct varieties including casement, awning and single hung windows and so on. You can enhance the look of the windows by having them painted in various colors, different grid designs and particular roof styles and glazing to lay stress on the appearance of the entire home. Some features like seat boards and birch veneers can be added for extra appeal. Customization facility is available for customers so that their windows can have a personal touch.

Pros and Cons of Bow and Bay Windows:

Pros

Both bow and bay windows are a great way to open up almost any area in your home, as they can add up to eight square feet to the area of the room. Many homeowners install bow or bay windows in their kitchen, as they add extra window sill space.

Cons

The main disadvantage of bow and bay windows is that they are more likely to experience heat loss, as there are more glass surfaces exposed to the outside. During colder weather, the glass temperature tends to be colder on bow and bay windows than other windows in the home. For the same reason, bay and bow windows are more prone to condensation during the winter months.

Bow and Bay Window Construction

If you need to have construction done to add bow or bay windows, it can be quite taxing. First of all, you will need to find a contractor that has extensive knowledge and experience in this type of construction. In addition, you must adhere to the building codes of the area in which you reside.

Your contractor has to be able to meet the building codes, have sufficient knowledge of how to build a bow or bay window, and also be able to meet your personal specifications. Therefore, this project can be quite cumbersome, so not only will it be costly, but it might also be time-consuming. Construction can take as much as two or three days, which will drive up the cost of labor.

Most homeowners in the GTA who wish to install bow or bay windows do not mind the added cost, as both styles of windows will increase your curb appeal and the resale value of your home. These windows will do a great deal for the aesthetic design both inside and outside your home.

If you have further questions about installing bow or bay windows, such as types of bay windows or other concerns, please give us a call at Total Home Windows and Doors. We can come to your home to discuss your options and give you a free quote for bow or bay windows.

 Our Company:

Total Home Windows and Doors provide energy-efficient products which also enhance the interior of a home. We not only take care of the looks but also the comfort and budget of our customers. Total Home Windows and Doors qualified installers can replace existing bow or bay windows with the new products or build new bay or bow windows from scratch. We serve customers in the Greater Toronto Area and offer a stellar collection of Bow and Bay Windows, high-performance glass systems and decorative glass. The Bay window is a combination of 2 side casements while the Bow comprises flanking of equal-sized casements on either side. This type provides the feeling of being open and also allows a lot of light inside the room.