Bow Windows

Bow Windows

Bow Window Installation And Replacement With Zen Windows

Bow windows are an excellent option for adding charm, character, and curb appeal to a home. They are a configuration of windows that will add natural light and provide additional space since they extend outward from the walls of the house.

Bow windows extend out from a home’s structure and typically include four to six panes alongside each other. This design gives bow windows a smooth, curved appearance while providing beautiful views, natural light, and an elegant architectural style.

The configuration of windows can be composed of double-hung, casement, or picture windows depending on the functional needs. Unlike bay windows, bow windows will typically have all the same type of window to create the uniform curved effect.

Adding bow windows not only provides sophistication and elegance but it can also increase the market value of the home. With a slimmer profile than a bay window, bow windows may be a better choice for homes that are too close to exterior obstacles like a sidewalk or have an unsupported structural design.

Bow Window Installation And Replacement With Zen Windows

Bow windows aren’t only great for added light and ventilation: Their impressive style and ability to house a window seat or accent furniture also bring a layer of sophistication to your home’s architectural design. While bow windows are a type of bay window, their design is slightly different, and depending on your home’s other structural elements, one may be better suited for you than the other.

 

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Bow Windows For Any Architectural Style

Bow windows are a beautiful addition to any home, but they are most common in these types of architecture styled homes:

  • Colonial
  • Victorian
  • Cape Cod
  • Tudor

Bow windows are a perfect way to add form and function to any room of a house that can benefit from extra light and space. When used with casement or double-hung windows, they can also add much needed air flow and ventilation as well.

Bow Window Brands

Choose a window that meets your needs in terms of style, function, and budget. At Zen Windows, we pride ourselves on only working with the best manufacturers to ensure high-quality bow windows every time.

The manufacturers that we partner with who provide our top-of-the-line bow windows are:

  • The Aeris Line from ProVia
  • The Endure Line from ProVia
  • The Imperial Elite Line from SoftLite
  • The Classic Plus Line from SoftLite
  • The Barrington Line from SoftLite

Zen Windows only carries the highest-quality brands to help us provide you with 100% satisfaction. Because of our commitment to excellence, certain window brands are only available at select Zen Windows locations.

Call (412) 345-8220 or locate your local dealer online to find out what window brands your local Zen Windows carries for your installation or replacement project.

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Bow Windows FAQs

Are bow windows energy efficient?

Due to advancements in thermal features, bow windows can be highly efficient. The overall energy efficiency of a bow window will depend on the type of window used in the configuration.

Using fixed windows will be more efficient than using operable windows since they can be sealed into the frame.

Adding glass options such as double or triple pane, low-e coatings, tints, or glazing will also improve the overall efficiency of the windows.

How do bow windows operate?

Operation of a bow window will be determined by the type of windows in the configuration. If fixed windows are being used, there is no operation necessary.

Bow windows composed of casement or double-hung windows, each window will operate as they are designed.

Casement windows will be hinged on one side and will open with a cranking mechanism. Double hung windows will slide up or down vertically.

What are some of the benefits of bow windows?

There are plenty of benefits to having a bow window installed in your home. They extend outward from the wall creating additional space indoors while allowing light and ventilation into the home.

Due to their functionality and design, they are perfect for almost any room. Here are some of the key benefits of bow windows:

  • More natural light: Since bow windows extend out from the side of your home, they let in more light and are unique in that they can wrap around corners to provide views from two different sides of the home.
  • Added space: A bow window gives the illusion of more space in your home because of its protruding design features. Combined with the added natural light, this makes bow windows great for opening up nearly any room.
  • New window seating: With a seat board at the base of the window, you can add cushions and pillows to make a whimsical window seat perfect for reading, relaxing, taking in outdoor views, and more. 
  • Increased curb appeal: Add to the visual appeal and market value of your home with beautiful bow windows which will improve both the interior and exterior appearance.

What are the main differences between bay and bow windows?

There are many factors that differentiate a bay window from a bow window, and understanding these differences is crucial to selecting the best, most realistic option for your home. Here are the major differences between bay and bow windows:

  • Construction: A bay window typically juts out from the house to form a square, hexagon, or octagon with the windows split into three segments. A bow window is a series of casement windows placed close together that form a gentle curve.
  • Building: Since bay windows protrude from the home, you’ll need to ensure that the front of your home is far enough away from the property’s edge to avoid causing any problems upon construction. Bow windows require less building space and therefore pose less of an issue in regards to space and surrounding properties.
  • Flooring: Bay windows will provide you with more floor space to display accent furniture or art pieces than bow windows. However, each can be designed with the ability to incorporate boxed window seats which is perfect for reading and enjoying the view.
  • Light: Bow windows offer better natural lighting than bay windows because there are fewer architectural elements keeping the design together and blocking out sunlight.
  • Ventilation: Bay windows typically operate like traditional windows since they are placed further apart and are therefore able to maintain their structural and functional integrity. Bow windows, when composed of fixed windows, don’t have the ability to open because of their unique shape, meaning less ventilation for your home when you need it.
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Bow Window Gallery

Get inspired for your next home improvement project by taking a look at some of the beautiful, high-quality vinyl bow windows we have available!

Not sure where to start? No worries! Give us a call at (412) 345-8220 or start your FREE quote online right here and your nearest Zen Windows location will reach out to walk you through some of the best options available.

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Zen Windows Bow Window Installation And Replacement

If you need bow windows installed or replaced, consult with the experts at Zen Windows first.

When you work with one of our dealers, you will be working directly with the owner, not a team of pushy salespeople. 

In addition, we provide all of our customers with a no-money-down guarantee and a double warranty from both the window manufacturer and your Zen Windows dealer.

When you are ready to enjoy the beauty and aesthetic of new bow windows, contact Zen Windows at (412) 345-8220 or start your FREE no-hassle quote right here to learn more about our company and the superior service we provide.

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Choose Our Energy-Efficient Glass Options

With Zen Windows, you get peace of mind because every window we install is energy-efficient. We won’t sell inferior windows for one simple reason: They will cost our customers more in the long run because of higher energy bills.

Even our most modestly priced windows have a sophisticated, double-insulating solar low-E glass system. This solar low-E system incorporates double-strength glass, a high-performance low-E coating, a stainless steel Intercept™ spacer system, and argon gas. This superior blend of technologies is our most basic option — you can upgrade from there.

Choose From Our Energy-Efficient Glass Options

With Zen Windows, you get peace of mind because every window we install is energy-efficient. We won’t sell inferior windows for one simple reason: They will cost our customers more in the long run because of higher energy bills.

Even our most modestly priced windows have a sophisticated, double-insulating solar low-E glass system. This solar low-E system incorporates double-strength glass, a high-performance low-E coating, a stainless steel Intercept™ spacer system, and argon gas. This superior blend of technologies is our most basic option — you can upgrade from there.

Change how you see the world from your home when you work with Zen Windows. We revolutionized the way homeowners purchase windows, and have the reputation to prove how successful we’ve been in improving the process.