Who doesn’t love a great bay window? Full of character and drama, bay windows also pack a ton of functionality, not to mention extra space and natural light.
While the configuration of the bay windows offers variety to match your wildest wants, needs and preferences, there are four main types of bay windows.
Canted Bay Windows
Probably among the most common types of windows, canted bay windows are typically located on the first floor of a residential home. You’ll easily recognize a canted bay window as it has a flat front and angled sides.
Canted Bay Windows
Probably among the most common types of windows, canted bay windows are typically located on the first floor of a residential home. You’ll easily recognize a canted bay window as it has a flat front and angled sides.
Box Bay Windows
As the name suggests, a box bay window is exactly what it sounds like – a box with all three protruding flat sides.
Oriel Bay Windows
Extending from the exterior wall of the home, oriel bay windows are one of the oldest types of bay windows, dating as far back as the middle ages and originating in Europe and the Middle East. Typically, oriel bay windows can be found on the upper floors, but you may see them on the ground floor as well. And you might’ve even spotted a few in Victorian-style homes in the older parts of your town.
Circle Bay Windows
Designed to enclose a circular space, circle bay windows combine larger glass panes into one smooth round area. Having gained its popularity during the Gothic era, circle bay windows were often used in master living rooms, principal bedrooms, and breakfast nooks. Compared to the other bay windows, these are by far the most ornate and intricately designed windows.
Choosing the Right Bay Window Configuration
When it comes to configuring your beautiful bay windows, you have choices. At Canadian Choice Windows & Doors, our window experts can help guide you in the process and answer any and all questions.
To get you started, here are a few things you should consider.
- The size of the windows. You can have the same size glass panes, or opt for larger middle pane and narrower side panes.
- The number of glass panes. Have a classic trio or opt for any number of glass panes for a more custom look.
- The type of sash. While the bay sash typically should match the rest of the windows, you can have casement or double-hung windows.
- Fixed or operable? Decide which glass panes you’d like to be able to open for air ventilation and which should stay fixed.
- The style of the bay windows. Victorian, Tudor, Modern, Mid-Century and Craftsman are the five bay window styles you can choose from to match the architectural character of your home.
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