Living in California, you’re exposed to a vast array of architectural styles. Craftsman-style homes, which gained popularity in the late 19th century, are renowned for their intricate detailing. These homes boast a unique charm and are among the most preferred home styles nationwide. If you’re unsure whether your home falls under the Craftsman style, look out for these distinct features:

• Sheltered porch
• Broad single dormer windows
• Visible beams beneath deep eaves on the roof
• Low-pitched gable roof
• Square, stock, or tapered pillars
• Wooden clapboard siding often complemented by accents of stone, brick, or concrete

Choosing the Most Suitable Window Shape for a Craftsman Home

Rectangular windows, due to their conventional style, are versatile and can complement almost any home. In Craftsman homes, square windows lend a particular charm, especially on the upper level to allow ample natural sunlight. Eyebrow windows, characterized by a rounded top and flat bottom, may be installed above a rectangular window or individually for added appeal.

Choosing the Most Suitable Window Style for a Craftsman Home

At Progressive Insulation & Windows, we offer a broad spectrum of window styles. Double-hung windows, with both panes sliding up and down, are popular for most historical homes as they offer excellent functionality and optimal ventilation during warm Californian nights. Multi-pane windows, divided into four to six sections, also find favor due to their unobstructed lower part, offering a great view.

Casement windows, which operate by swinging out, are another preferred choice. Transom windows are thin, rectangular, and often adorned with decorative elements such as stained glass, typically installed above other windows. Lastly, wide trim surrounding even small framed windows can be painted a contrasting color to the window frame, adding a dash of visual interest.

Choosing the Most Suitable Window Materials for a Craftsman Home

At Progressive Insulation & Windows, you will find an extensive range of materials available. Fiberglass windows, for instance, are extremely durable and require minimal maintenance. They are also environmentally friendly, aesthetically appealing, and highly efficient. While we would typically recommend these, we can provide you with alternative options if desired.

Visit our Acclaimed Showroom to View These Windows In-Person

Struggling to visualize these windows? We warmly invite you to visit our California showroom! Here, you can see installed and functional windows rather than trying to envision them from magazine images. Have more questions? Reach out to Progressive Insulation & Windows today at (800) 500-6200! With our extensive experience installing windows since the late ’70s, we eagerly await to make you our next success story.