Are you looking to fill your home with natural light? Natural light has a myriad of benefits for your health. But the secret to getting more natural light in your home is choosing the proper window style. What window style is right for your home to get the most natural light?
Picture Windows
When it comes to more natural light in your home, no other window style is more superior than the picture window. The picture window is perhaps the best option for more natural light in your home because of its expansive glass pane.
Picture windows are fixed; they do not open. Since the windows don’t open, there is no need for a sash or any other type of visual obstruction. It’s a great way to gaze outside and enjoy the view.
Picture Window Features
- Large Glass Pane: Typically features one large, uninterrupted pane of glass, maximizing the view and allowing for ample natural light.
- Fixed Frame: The window does not open or close; it remains stationary in its frame.
- Enhanced Views: Ideal for showcasing scenic outdoor landscapes, gardens, or cityscapes.
Slider Windows
The next window that can increase natural light in your home is the slider window. Sliders are excellent for modern homes and improving indoor natural light. They glide open on a track, making them wonderful for when you’re ready to feel the outdoor breeze.
Meanwhile, slider windows are similar to picture windows when it comes to showcasing large areas of glass panes. The primary difference is the sash that divides the window vertically down the middle. However, you can still get ample natural light from this window style.
Slider Window Features
- Horizontal Operation: The window opens and closes by sliding the sashes horizontally along a track.
- Multiple Configurations: Available in various configurations, including single-slider (one sash moves) and double-slider (both sashes move).
- Easy Operation: Designed for smooth and effortless operation, making it easy to open and close.
Bay Windows
If you want a focal point window that increases natural light, consider installing a bay window. Despite being structurally large, Bay windows are beautifully ideal for adding natural light in your home.
Bay windows are constructed with a picture window in the center, and a double hung or casement window on both the left and right sides. These side windows allow the bay window to provide ventilation in your home.
With three windows as one unit, you can enjoy your new bay window for the natural light it brings along with beauty and increased home value.
Bay Window Features
- Three-Pane Design: Typically consists of three panels—a large central window flanked by two smaller windows set at an angle.
- Architectural Interest: Adds architectural interest and character to both the interior and exterior of a home.
- Built-In Features: Often includes a built-in ledge or seat, which can be used for seating, displaying plants, or as additional storage space.
Maximize Natural Light with Royal Home Improvement
It’s easy to get more natural light in your home with Royal Home Improvement. We have all the popular window styles available that increase natural light! Schedule your free consultation today!