All Around, Up and Down with Double Hung Windows

Windows come in a variety of styles and designs to suit various tastes. Their differing shapes also help them serve various roles, which can be useful depending on which part of the building they're located. Of the many forms they take, perhaps the most recognizable type of window (next to the fixed and immovable varieties) is the double hung window.

Double hung windows are named for the two parts that compose the assembly. These two sets of panes are referred to as “sashes,” and each of them can slide over the other while within the window frame, letting in fresh air from the outside. The double hung window is an improvement of the single hung window, wherein only one sash (usually the bottom) can move.

These double hung windows were used in many homes styled after colonial dwellings. However, any home could benefit from the simplicity and versatility of the double hung window. As a bonus, many of these double hung assemblies can have blinds built over them as a convenient way of filtering out excessive sunlight. With so many windows to choose from, sometimes simple is best; double hung windows are a safe choice for homeowners, and are quite reliable to boot.