Double Hung Windows
Thompson Creek® double hung windows feature a top sash that can be lowered and a bottom sash that can be raised. Both sashes can easily be locked in place for safety, or removed completely in an emergency. Both top and bottom sashes tilt in for easy cleaning.
Thompson Creek® double hung windows blend tradition with innovative engineering. A best seller for more than 40 years, our double-hung windows are made from the highest quality materials – yielding resiliency and maximum energy efficiency in our Mid-Atlantic climate.
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Glass Package Options
Doublepane-glass
Triple pane windows
Sound shield windows
Obscure Glass
Tempered Glass
Doublepane-glass – These windows feature two panes of standard low thermal emissivity, or Low-E, glass, separated by a spacer. The pocket between the two layers of glass is filled with argon gas and sealed. Argon gas is a inert gas that is non-toxic, colorless, and odorless gas that is heavier than air and displaces the air between the glass panes, acting as an insulator. All Thompson Creek windows start with the double pane glass package by default.
Triple pane windows – Triple Pane windows feature all the benefits of Double Pane windows with an added layer of thermal protection. An extra air pocket helps buffer temperature extremes. Three panes of Low-E glass add strength, energy efficiency, and durability. These windows are heavier than Double Pane windows, but offer more energy cost savings over time. The triple pane glass package is only available in our 7900 series premium windows.
Sound shield windows – Sound Shield is our proprietary noise abatement glass that filters out up to 35% more outside noise than our double pane glass package. We recommend Sound Shield for homes in loud areas with highway traffic, airports, trains or other outside disturbances. Sound Shield is available in awning, casement, picture windows, and our 7900 series premium double-hung and picture windows.
Obscure Glass – Available with double pane and triple pane glass packages. Obscure glass or “privacy glass” has a pattern embedded into its surface, making it difficult for to see through. Recommended uses: private offices, bathroom windows, private rooms.
Tempered Glass – Available with double pane, triple pane and Sound Shield glass packages. Tempered glass is 4-5 times stronger than conventional window glass. Tempered glass undergoes compression during its formation, meaning that it’s more break resistant. If it does break, it will break into smaller, less jagged pieces for your safety. Recommended uses: bathrooms, and windows less than 60 inches off the ground.
Screen Options
Half
Full
Half – Half-screens let in more light through the uncovered pane, allowing you to open one sash of your window while giving you a pristine view through the other half.
Full – Full-screens provide complete coverage for your window. This option allows you to partially open both sashes to better circulate air through your home, all while keeping bugs and leaves out.
(Optional) Trim Types
Modern
Colonial
Modern – Trim helps define the style of your window while covering the seam between your window and the wall where it is installed. Our Modern-style trim offers clean lines and stark, 90 degree angles.
Colonial – Trim helps define the style of your window while covering the seam between your window and the wall where it is installed. Our Colonial-style trim offers stately curves redolent of classic woodworking.
(Optional) Grid Types
Flat
Contoured
SDL
Flat – Our flat grids offer a sleek, contemporary take on the simulated divided-lite grid. Flat grids are installed between the glass layers, partitioning the window while allowing for easy cleaning.
Contoured – Our contoured grids give a sense of classical elegance with their stately curves and colonial feel. Contour grids are installed between the glass layers, partitioning the window while allowing for easy cleaning.
SDL – Windows used to be made of multiple small panes of glass. A simulated divided-lite (SDL) grid emulates a traditional divided window, with grid elements on the interior and exterior glass.
(Optional) Grid Types
French
Prairie
Colonial
If you’re looking for something a little different, the French window grid can be a unique option to try. This style includes window grilles on the left and right side of the glass, split down the middle for a simple, classic look. It incorporates some of the design elements from both colonial and prairie window grids, making for a good compromise between the two.
Prairie window grids have been around a while, and many home designers think they’re making a comeback. Composed of four long grilles arranged around the perimeter of each half of the window, they allow you to get a clear view in and out, while elegantly framing the glass. They’re a good choice for anyone who appreciates an old-fashioned yet refined look.
A colonial grid pattern is probably what you think of when you imagine a classic window grid. Both the top and bottom half of the window are divided into six equal rectangles, making for a classic and versatile look that fits many styles. You can also consider going half-colonial, where the bottom half of the window is left undivided by grilles.
Colors
Black
Bronze
Cream
Brown
White
Wicker
Custom
Black
Bronze
Cream
Brown
White
Wicker
Custom – We can match most colors in the Sherwin Williams catalog.
Frequently Asked Questions
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In most cases, our factory-trained crews can replace every double hung window in one day. Since each double hung window is custom built to fit your current window openings, there is no need for “wall surgery,” so you’ll avoid the mess and inconvenience of a lengthy installation process.
We recommend partnering with a window company that manufactures their own energy efficient products, has a proven reputation for quality products and customer service, and provides a comprehensive warranty on every product they sell – including installation and labor.
It also makes sense to work with a company that manufactures their products locally, which saves a significant amount on shipping charges and supply chain delays. At Thompson Creek, we are accountable for the entire process from double hung window design through installation. Additionally, we participate in the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) certification and labeling process, as well as the ENERGY STAR® program.
There is no set rate to determine the cost of your new replacement double hung windows. We recommend requesting a free no-obligation quote, which includes a consultation with one of our experts. At the end of that consultation, you will receive a written proposal with the finished price and any available financing options.
Low-emissivity, or low-e glass, is a very thin coat of material that reflects heat away from the double hung window’s surface, keeping heat out in the summer and inside in the winter. Low-e glass is the most cost-effective way to increase the efficiency of your windows. It can also help reduce the amount of ultraviolet radiation entering your home, reducing discoloration or fading to your furniture and carpet.
ENERGY STAR® is an independent U.S. government program that establishes a set of guidelines to recognize the energy efficiency of various products. ENERGY STAR® guidelines are used for a variety of building materials including windows and doors. Over the past 10 years, ENERGY STAR® guidelines have helped double the efficiency of the double hung windows they endorse.
The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) sets all performance standards, product certification and educational programs for the window industry. When a product passes AAMA tests, it guarantees reliable performance if properly installed.
The National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) is a non-profit organization created by the Department of Energy and the window and door industry. The NFRC provides energy performance ratings on windows and doors. The NFRC label on a window or door informs consumers about a product’s U-factor, which takes into account a product’s ability to block warming caused by sunlight, light transmittance and air leakage through cracks in the product’s assembly.
This depends on various factors, such as how many double hung windows you currently have, the windows’ age and condition, wall and attic insulation, as well as how you use other items in your home that use energy. Thompson Creek double hung windows exceed ENERGY STAR® standards and can help lower heating and cooling bills.
Almost without exception, new double hung windows will add significant value to your property. First, when it’s time to sell your home, the new buyer will negotiate your asking price downward when they factor in the cost of windows that will need to be repaired or replaced. Second, studies show that the two most important items on a new homebuyer’s list are energy efficiency and less exterior maintenance. According to Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report, a homeowner can recoup a significant portion of the cost of a typical window replacement project.
A double hung window is not only energy efficient, it also provides great ventilation capabilities, is easy to maintain and is aesthetically appealing. If you’re wondering if a double hung window is the best fit for your home – Thompson Creek can help.
With Thompson Creek, we do the research for you to find the best fit for your home. Instead of being overwhelmed with the array of window options for your home, we provide the support and recommendations to help you decide on the best window for your home.
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