We now continue with the enumeration of some of the common types of windows in American homes. The first portion of this two-part flipping homes article touched on double hung, horizontal slider, awning, hopper, and casement types. In this part, we’ll tackle other types that you are likely to encounter as a rehabber.

The first type, and probably the one you looked for in the first part, is jalousie. This type is also called louvers and is easily distinguishable. It’s made of several slats, usually glass but in some cases wood, set in clips. They can be closed with one lever attached to the metal clip. When flipping homes in Florida or other sub-tropical areas, jalousie windows are perfect because they are good for ventilation. On the contrary, they are not ideal for rehab projects in very cold areas.

Another type of operable window you are likely to meet when flipping homes are tilt-turn windows. These are similar to the casement, except that tilt-turn can be turned a full 180 degrees. When using this European-styled type for your rehab projects, don’t forget to install proper locking mechanisms. Multipoint locking systems are ideal. Safety after all, is crucial in building a home, regardless if that property is located in a nice neighborhood.

With the operable windows list done, we can move on to fixed types. These are usually used when flipping homes, or in new construction, to primarily provide additional lighting. They are also used for aesthetic purposes. This is especially true in the case of “top” windows. These are the fixed top portions of windows and are typically round, semi-circle, or geometrical.

You are also likely to encounter bay windows when doing rehab projects. These are the types that simple project out. They are perfect for rooms that can use extra space and natural lighting. They are usually composed of three sections, the center and two sides. The center is parallel with the wall while the sides may be angle or perpendicular to the wall, forming a box. Also, the center is likely to be fixed. On the sides, rehabbers can use casement types.

Similar to bay windows are bow windows, which also project out. The only difference is that bow windows form a bow – or a gentle curve – and therefore has more than three sections. Similarly, you can fix the center sections and use casement types for side parts, as in bay windows.

This flipping homes article would not be completed without glass blocks, which some rehabbers use as “walls” instead of windows. These are literally blocks of glass that vary in size. They also come in squares and rectangles. If you want some natural light but don’t want people to see what’s inside, you don’t have to go tinting windows. You can simply use glass blocks, which offers various levels of blur. However, as they concern tweaking with the wall, they may not be a good option when rehabbing homes.

The types of windows discussed in Parts 1 and 2 sum up the common models you’ll find when flipping homes. Learn to study their uses and advantages and apply that knowledge when rehabbing homes.