There are tons of different kinds of windows you can choose from when you’re shopping for replacement windows for your Mission Viejo, CA home. From single and double hung to picture, casement, and every other kind in between, it may seem like an impossible task to choose just one. The best place to start, though, is with the most common types such as gliding. Read on to learn more about gliding replacement windows to see if they are right for your home.

If you’re looking for contemporary windows that are easy to use, versatile, and have lots of ventilation, gliding windows may be for you. Gliding windows, or sliding windows, do not open outward. Rather, Both sash glide horizontally for maximum ventilation. Gliding windows offer a lot of benefits for homes. Some of these benefits are:

• Save Space – Because the sashes don’t open outward, gliding windows save a ton of space. They’re ideal for rooms in which a projecting window (open or closed) may interfere with walkways, decks, landscaping, or patios.
• Ventilation – Gliding window sashes’ horizontal movement allow for full top or bottom ventilation, getting more fresh air into your room.
• Versatility – Since both sashes can move, you can open a gliding window to the left side, the right side, or a portion of both for maximum ventilation. You can also find gliding windows with a stationary sash for a different approach.
• More Natural Light – Gliding windows have contoured, narrow frames that allow more glass for a wider viewing area and less light block. Oftentimes gliding windows have the most glass area of all operable windows.
• Different Styles – There are also many subcategories of gliding windows, allowing you to find the exact style that meets your needs and preferences. For example, you can get gliding fractional vent windows for a smaller opening, or gliding triple windows to maximize the ventilation on both sides. You can also customize gliding windows by combining them with picture or specialty windows for an even larger opening.
• Easy Use – Gliding windows are extremely user friendly and reliable. They open smooth, easy-to-maintain tracks, and lift out so you can easily clean the exterior glass from inside your home. You can also easily add weather stripping for increased energy efficiency and proper weather performance.
• Customization – Gliding windows come in lots of different colors for easy customization. You can also choose your preferred hardware and grilles to better match your style.

From ease of use and maintenance to superior customization, versatility and ventilation, gliding windows are a great choice for almost any home. If you want to learn more about gliding windows, or any other kind of window to chose from for a window replacement, Cunningham Doors & Windows can help. We have years of Viejo, CA replacement window experience we’d love to put at your disposal. Feel free to visit us in person at 1940 E Edinger Ave Santa Ana, CA 92705 to see window options or learn more about us, or give us a call at (714) 258-2500 for general information.