Yes. Casement windows remain among the most popular PVCu styles in UK homes, because they are simple, secure, easy to operate and available in a wide range of sizes, colours and finishes. They suit most house types and rooms, and usually cost less than the alternatives.
Why are casement windows still so popular?
- Simple mechanism with few parts to wear
- Wide range of sizes, finishes and glazing bars
- Good seal when the sash closes against the frame
- Generally lower in price than sash or tilt and turn
When are other styles a better fit?
Tilt and turn windows suit upper floors needing inside cleaning, and sliding sash or flush sash windows suit period fronts. Casements can be awkward where outward opening is blocked.
Do they meet current standards?
Yes. Modern casements can meet the 1.4 W/m²K Uw standard for replacement windows in England. See our casement windows. Phoenix Windows makes its PVCu windows in-house in Nuneaton and backs them with an insurance-backed 10-year guarantee through Assure.
Can casement windows be used as fire escapes?
In bedrooms, a casement can serve as an escape window if the clear opening is at least 0.33 m² with no dimension under 450 mm. Escape hinges can widen the opening.
Thinking about new windows? We make our own windows and fit them across Nuneaton, Bedworth, Hinckley, Tamworth and Rugby, with an insurance-backed 10-year guarantee. Call 02476 350 330, or request a quote.