If you are renovating your home and considering new replacement windows, you have several great styles to choose from these days, including beautiful casement windows. You already know these windows: they are attached to their frames by hinges (usually on the side) and are opened by a crank or lever (usually on the bottom) that also serves as a window lock.

Casement windows have been around for a long time, you could say since poets have been writing about them. But modern casement windows are more than just beauty. They are a smart choice. In fact, I see a number of great benefits to choosing casement windows over other styles:

If you want an unobstructed view: Swing doors are a fabulous choice for rooms with views of the ocean, lakes, forests, meadows or mountains. Unlike sash windows, all you see is the glass and your beautiful view. (Now you know why poets love them!) You’ll want to sit back and enjoy the view for hours.

If you want to fully open your windows: Like the outdoors? Yes, this window is for you nature lovers! No other window design opens so wide. As a bonus, casement windows catch the side breeze. Because casement windows have an open sash that acts like a flap, they can channel air into your home. This is a real boon if your home is close to another home or building, with very little space between them for air to enter directly. And they can be hinged on the left or right side to open, further maximizing the amount of air you can capture.

Let the sunlight in, but keep thieves away: The frames let in a lot of light, creating a bright and positive interior atmosphere. At the same time, they keep unwanted intruders out, because the windows are very difficult to penetrate. This is because casement window locks are hook shaped and these hooks are embedded within the frame, making them virtually untouchable. I should add, on the safety issue, that casement windows tend to be discouraged in homes with children. But there’s no need to worry, because today’s casement windows are available with child-resistant safety handles.

Very versatile: These windows are perfectly maintained, but can easily be installed on either side of a bay window or a bay or bay window to add additional charm and character to your room. And with a full range of colors, veneers, louvers, screens and hardware to suit every taste, modern casement windows allow you to enhance the unique style of your home.

Here’s another thought: If you’re remodeling your kitchen, don’t discount the idea of ​​a casement window over a sink or cabinets, where opening and closing traditional sash windows can be a real chore. The frames, with their crank, are easier to open.

It’s easy to go green: These windows are weather resistant, and that’s great news for today’s energy-conscious homeowners. When you close a casement window, it fits your home perfectly. And because they are solid pieces of low-e glass equipped with argon, they are incredibly energy efficient. Once you’ve installed your replacement casement windows, just sit back and watch your energy savings add up.

The sounds of the silence: That hermetic “comfort” has another benefit: silence. Frames can really keep noise out, and this is especially true of Andersen’s FIBREX windows, a unique proprietary compound that has the added feature of durability. FIBREX won’t rot, even in the salty ocean breeze! So many reasons to take a second look at replacement casement windows for your next home renovation project! Gerry Rogers is the founder and president of Mr. Rogers Windows. He has been selling and installing home improvement products for over 20 years. After introducing its Worry-Free Lifetime Performance Guarantee, Gerry has earned the trust of thousands of customers by “doing the right thing” to ensure complete satisfaction when it comes to quality products and installation. Visit the Mr. Rogers website for more information on choosing the right windows for your home and lifestyle.