Choosing among the many window styles for homes in Murray comes down to matching your home’s existing architecture. Window styles can make a dramatic statement, act as a focal point, or complement your home’s design. But they also help maintain indoor temperature, preventing energy waste and reducing heating or cooling costs.
Black-framed windows are a unique way to add symmetry, contrast, or drama to your home’s aesthetic, and they’re available across most window styles and materials if you want that look.
Craftsman
Craftsman windows are known for a grouped, multi-pane upper sash set above a single, undivided lower pane — a signature look from early-1900s bungalow homes. They pair naturally with wood or wood-look frames and simple, horizontal lines that echo a Craftsman home’s woodwork, and can be framed using either a block frame or mullion installation.
Colonial
Colonial windows evoke a sense of history and tradition with their symmetrical designs and classic divided-light grid pattern, most commonly a six-over-six double-hung layout made from wood or wood-look materials. They’re a strong choice for homeowners looking to maintain their home’s traditional architectural style.
Wooden windows require regular maintenance, like sanding and repainting, to prevent rot and maintain efficiency. Steel or clad-wood alternatives offer a lower-maintenance option that can still carry the Colonial grid look.
Victorian
The Victorian style emphasizes intricate details and a sense of grandeur, typically featuring a two-over-two grid pattern on both the top and bottom sashes — a departure from the six-over-six grid typical of Colonial and Georgian homes, allowing more light into the room. Decorative details like arched or curved tops are also common in Victorian window designs.
Georgian
Georgian windows were designed with a focus on order and symmetry, often featuring multiple small panes and decorative grid patterns that complement the Colonial style. In modern renovations, these windows can be fitted with double-glazing to meet today’s energy standards, allowing for increased thermal efficiency and reduced strain on HVAC systems.
Double-Hung
Double-hung windows come in the widest variety of sizes, styles, and colors, and are one of the more energy-efficient window types available. Both the upper and lower sashes can be opened, which allows for easy cleaning and better ventilation than single-hung windows — a popular choice for Murray residential window replacement projects. They can also be framed with Colonial grid patterns for a more traditional look.
Clad Wood
Clad-wood windows combine a wood interior with a protective exterior cladding — often insulated aluminum or fiberglass — to protect against weathering and other environmental damage while ensuring long-term durability. For added safety, ask about tempered safety glass, which is designed to break into small, granular pieces rather than sharp shards if it’s ever broken.
Awning
Unlike single-hung windows that open vertically, awning windows are hinged at the top and open outward. They’re ideal for hard-to-reach spaces like above a kitchen sink and can even be left open during light rain, since the angled opening sheds water. They can also be paired with casement windows to increase ventilation and light, and come in vinyl, aluminum, and wood to match your home’s decor.
Casement
A popular choice for Murray window replacement, casement windows are hinged on the side and swing open to let in more natural light and airflow. They often pair with awning or picture windows for an elegant, functional design, and their tight seal when closed makes them one of the more energy-efficient operating styles available.
Slider
Slider windows slide horizontally to open — browse our slider window options — similar in appearance to double-hung windows but with a different operating mechanism. They’re ideal for wide spaces like living rooms and for hard-to-reach areas, such as above a bathtub.
Bay & Bow
Add a touch of flair to your home with bay and bow windows, which feature three or more angled windows joined together to create a graceful, projecting appearance. They enhance your view of the outdoors and bring in abundant natural light, reducing the need for daytime lighting.
Energy-efficient bay and bow windows can help reduce heating and cooling costs and also offer improved ventilation for a more comfortable indoor environment.
Find the Right Window Styles for Homes Like Yours
Murray Window Replacement can help you find the right window style and material for your home. Contact us or call (385) 786-6447 to schedule a consultation.