What Is a Gable Window?
A gable window is a window fitted into the triangular section of wall formed where two roof slopes meet, usually above an attic, cathedral ceiling or a two-storey great room. It lets in natural light and, in many GTA homes, gives the front elevation its character. Most gable windows are fixed rather than opening, and […]
What Is a Sidelight Window
A sidelight window is a narrow, fixed pane of glass set into the frame beside a front door, usually running the same height as the door itself. It floods the entryway with natural light, adds kerb appeal, and can be paired with a transom above for even more glow. Most GTA homeowners choose one or […]
Storefront Windows
Storefront windows are the large, ground-floor glass and frame systems used on shops, restaurants and mixed-use buildings to display the interior, let in daylight and draw customers off the street. They sit in a narrow aluminium or vinyl frame, usually no taller than about 10 feet, and are fixed rather than opening, though a door […]
What Is a Transom Window?
A transom window is a small window, usually rectangular or arched, set above a door or another window to bring in extra daylight and add architectural interest. Most homes today use a fixed pane, though older versions could be cranked open for airflow. In a GTA home, a well-sealed transom window adds light without adding […]
Wood Grain Windows: The Warm Look of Wood Without the Upkeep
Wood grain windows are vinyl windows finished with a textured, wood-look laminate or foil on the frame, so you get the warmth of oak, walnut, or cherry with none of the sanding, staining, or rot that comes with real timber. They suit homeowners who want a period or rustic look on a modern, low-maintenance frame. […]
Cellar Windows
Cellar windows are the small windows set low in a foundation wall to bring daylight, fresh air and, where a room is used as a bedroom, a safe exit into a basement. In Ontario homes they most often take the form of a hopper or slider, sized and placed to meet local building code, and […]
What Are Clerestory Windows?
Clerestory windows are a row of windows set high on a wall, above eye level, that let daylight pour into a room without giving up privacy or wall space below. They suit rooms with tall or vaulted ceilings and are often fixed or awning-style for easy operation. Homeowners choose them to brighten a space while […]
Corner window guide: design, cost and performance
A corner window is a window design where two glass units meet directly at the corner of a building, either joined by a slim structural mullion or sealed glass to glass with almost no visible frame. It opens up wraparound views and floods a room with light, and it works best on living rooms, dining […]
Does Glass Block UV Rays In Your Windows?
Standard window glass blocks most UVB rays but lets the majority of UVA rays pass straight through, which is why furniture still fades and skin still tans near a sunny window. Low-E coated glass, the kind used in modern replacement windows, blocks up to 99% of both UVA and UVB rays. If your windows are […]
Dormer window: types, cost and benefits explained
A dormer window is a vertical window set into a small roof structure that projects out from a sloped roof, adding headroom, natural light and usable floor space to an attic. It’s the go-to fix for a cramped, dark upper floor, and it works on almost any Ontario roofline. GTA homeowners use it most often […]