Pros and Cons of Picture(Fixed) Windows!

If you consider installing Picture (fixed) windows in your home, you should always consider the advantages and disadvantages of this particular style. 

Pros

• Traditional picture windows are tightly sealed around all edges and are not able to be opened. It allows them to prevent water from leaking in or out of your home. 
• The structural simplicity of picture windows allows them to be designed larger than other types of windows, thus letting more daylight in. 
• Such windows are easy and clean to maintain. The cleaning process is very straightforward as well. 
• Picture (fixed) windows are cost-effective. No mechanical parts need to be replaced when they get out of order. 

Cons

• The biggest disadvantage of using picture (fixed) windows is the lack of ventilation. It’s especially true if you live in a warm climate and need ventilation to cool your home. 
• Cleaning such windows can have pros and cons. The lack of moving parts makes them easy to clean. However, cleaning such windows from the outside is another story, especially if they are large or installed on upper flows. 
• The fact that picture windows let a lot of sunlight in has positive and negative sides. The drawback is much unwanted solar heat gain. If you want to avoid this issue, pay attention to U-factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) values when you shop for your windows.