REPLACEMENT DOUBLE HUNG WINDOWS

Double hung windows have a latch on the check rail that needs to be unlocked before you can slide the lower and/or upper sash up and down.

Ultrex fiberglass windows and doors have far less thermal conductivity than rolled-form aluminum windows to help make them energy efficient. Both windows are double paned with an inert gas fill to increase energy efficiency. Single hung windows only have one moving sash, which leads people to consider them more energy efficient.

Whether double hung windows are better than single hung windows depends on your preference. Some like single hung windows more if they live in a windy area because only one sash moves with a single hung window, limiting the path for air leaks. Single hung windows are also an option where it’s difficult to reach an upper sash to open and close it. Others enjoy double hung windows because the upper sash opens to provide better air circulation. You can also clean both sash of a Marvin Replacement Double Hung window with our easy tilt function that allows you to bring the sash into a room for interior and exterior cleaning.

Yes, you can replace casement windows with double hung windows but it needs some consideration. A double hung window must fit the opening used for a casement window or the opening needs modifying to fit a double hung window. Your home also needs the structural integrity to handle the swap. You’ll also want to think about how your home’s style will be impacted. Casement windows can have more contemporary design appeal versus double hung windows, which often appear in more traditional homes.

Yes, double hung windows are energy efficient. You can choose glass coating options designed best for your climate. Depending on where you live, you might want to reflect solar heat away from your home. Or, in colder climates, you might want some solar heat to enter to help warm your home. Since the upper sash opens and closes with a double hung window, some prefer a single hung window to reduce the path for air to enter.  

Double hung window costs vary based on the size of the window, material used, and additional options you select. The type of glass you select, whether annealed, tempered, or laminated can affect costs. The glass coating option you choose for energy efficiency can also impact the final cost of a double hung window.