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Bay windows add dimension to rooms, while providing more seating and storage space. They consist of 3 windows arranged with a center picture window paired with 2 smaller window options that are angled on either side.
Bay Windows
A Bay window consists of a central picture window with 2 smaller windows angled on either side, allowing for a larger view and bringing in more natural light. These windows are a popular upgrade for older homes in Murray, and can help to increase the value of your home. They can be custom sized and are an excellent option when you want to make a room appear bigger or highlight a scenic view.
Bow windows are similar to Bay windows in that they both add dimension and height to rooms, while also allowing for additional seating and storage space. Bow windows however are wider and create a more rounded turret appearance on the outside of your home. A Bow or Bay window can be a great choice when you want to add a bench in your kitchen to enjoy the view, or in your bedroom to have a relaxing sitting area with stunning window views.
Bow Windows
Bow windows are a popular choice for homeowners looking to add dimension to their home. This window style typically combines three or more single-hung, double-hung, casement, or picture windows into a curved effect that provides an enhanced view of the outdoors and lets in more natural light. They’re a great option for highlighting artwork or special furniture and are especially useful in bringing a view to an otherwise dark room. Many are available with Energy Star certified Low-E coatings and argon gas insulation, which help you save on your energy costs. They also block harmful UV rays, keeping your furniture and carpet from fading over time.
Plantation Shutters
Plantation shutters are a stylish window treatment that offers a timeless look for your home. They are also versatile and energy efficient. They come in a variety of styles, including modern options with large louvers and hidden tilt rods and traditional choices with smaller louvers and front-tilt rods. They can even be divided into upper and lower sections for additional privacy.
Wood plantation shutters are a natural insulator, helping to reduce your energy costs. Sunburst’s Polywood shutters are even able to save you up to 30 percent on your energy bills!
However, the biggest advantage of plantation shutters is that they are very durable. They can withstand many years of use and are resistant to wear and tear. Plus, they are a permanent fixture in your home and can increase the value of your property. They can also be more expensive than other window coverings, such as shades or blinds. They may also require regular maintenance to keep dust and dirt at bay.
Installation
The windows enhance a home’s architectural character while adding space, letting in natural light and reducing daytime lighting costs. They also provide more privacy and block out harmful UV rays, protecting furniture, carpet and other valuables from fading. In addition, they add value to a home and are often resale assets.
Bay and bow windows are available in a variety of styles, sizes and configurations. The most common have outside corners that meet at a 45-degree angle. Most are sold with head and seat boards that hold the window together. They are secured to the framing with 3-in. screws spaced from 6 in. to 8 in. Shims are used to prevent the plywood boards from bowing as the screws are tightened.
Veteran builder Rick Arnold starts a bay-window project by building the roof on the ground first. He and an assistant then move the window into place in a rough opening. He shims and fastens the head board to the framing members. The OSB back of the roof is attached to the wall sheathing, which will later serve as the attachment point for stainless-steel cables that support the front of the window.