Bay and Bow Windows: Updating your Home

Whether you are inside or outside, a sparkling bay or bow window adds to the aesthetic appeal, and ultimately to the resale value of your home. Inside, you get the advantage of light and radiant heat; outside you get the appearance of sparkling glass that gives your home a clean, modern look. If the time has come to replace your windows, and you have the wall space for a bay or bow window, it’s worth getting a quote to see if such a window is right for your home. 

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Bay and bow windows have basically the same effect but are a bit different in construction. A bay window is a combination of three or more windows projecting outward from the room. A bow window is a variation of a bay window, but is made up of four or more window units joined to form a curve.

Bay and bow windows are usually not a do-it-yourself project. You want to ask a few questions about the quality of the window, about the ease in upkeep and about future repairs. The lowest cost windows may look pretty initially, but if they are impossible to clean or have inferior sills or framing, you will soon think it is the worst decision you have ever made.  Properly installed, your new windows will last as long as you have your home.

Bay Window Manufacturers/Dealers

The most difficult part of getting your new windows may be in choosing the dealer. Most well known window manufacturers/dealers are reputable, but prices will differ as will installation policies, warranties, and service.  The following names are well known among window manufacturers.

GORELL. Gorell probably has the largest selection. They make practically every window and have very high performance glass systems which qualify for the ENERGY STAR label. This highly regarded label assures that the window will make your home more comfortable as well as more energy efficient.

MILGARD. If you want something less expensive, Milgard makes a vinyl replacement window that looks like wood but will last a lifetime. The windows have fusion welded frames and sashes with no nails or staples and are available in five different styles, including both the bay and the bow window.

MARVIN. Marvin offers an unusual variety in sheer creativity. The windows, including bay and bow windows, can be hung at nearly any imaginable angle. The windows are handcrafted and therefore can be custom designed for your house, giving your home a truly unique appearance.

ANDERSEN (often misspelled Anderson). Andersen doors and windows are well known nationwide, so you will find a wide variety of styles as well as prices in nearly every budget range. You can expect products with ease of maintenance, and, because Andersen is so popular, it will usually be easy to purchase replacement parts if you should ever need them.   Andersen uses natural wood to create timeless beauty and endurance along with a Low-E glass, a tough coating that will never need painting, and a limited warranty that will add resale value to your home.

PELLA. Like Marvin, Pella windows come in a variety of combinations that allow you to set a bay or bow window even into a limited wall space. You can order them with custom angles, fixed or vented glass, and ready to install, so Pella might be an option for the person who wants to take on the task himself. Pella also sells blinds made to fit their windows that snap blinds that are easy  to change. If you live in a stormy area, you may want to consider the Pelle Architect Series made with Hurricane Shield glass.

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