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uPVC Window Styles, Explained

Sliding, casement, tilt-turn, awning — which style suits which room? A plain guide.

The main styles

Look for this

  • Sliding — no swing space, suits balconies
  • Casement — seals tightest, ventilates fully
  • Tilt-turn — secure ventilation, cleans easily
  • Awning — sheds rain while open
  • Fixed — maximum light, no opening
  • Ventilator — steady airflow for wet rooms

Let the opening decide

The choice usually follows what's outside the window — swing space means casement, a balcony or tight gap means slider, wanting ventilation in the rain means awning or tilt-turn.

Mix styles across a home

Most homes end up mixing styles — sliders on balconies, casements where sealing matters, ventilators in bathrooms. We spec per opening rather than fitting one style throughout.

From our range

What we make

uPVC Sliding Windows

Multi-track windows that need no swing space.

uPVC Casement Windows

Side-hung sashes for full airflow and the tightest seal.

uPVC Performance Systems

Double-glazed acoustic and thermal windows.

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