Windows are what tie in the indoors and outdoors, giving us a view to look at while we’re inside the house. This is especially important in the kitchen, where bringing in natural light and having a nice view to look at can greatly enhance one of the most used rooms in the house. 

Whether remodeling your kitchen or looking for replacement windows, putting consideration into the type of windows chosen for above the kitchen sink is crucial.

Kitchen Window Functions and Benefits

Windows have functions other than design, and depending on how you want your windows to work for you, there are many kitchen window options for over the sink. Windows provide key benefits such as:

• Ventilation
• Natural Light
• Expand outdoor visibility
• Deliver energy efficiency

Families tend to spend a lot of time in the kitchen and these window benefits are important to the overall function of the home. Let’s explore the best type of windows for the kitchen.

Kitchen Window Options for Over the Sink

Casement Windows

Casement windows open outwardly with the use of a crank. These windows not only provide superior views of the outdoors while washing dishes, but they also allow the best ventilation for your kitchen needs by providing airflow into the room. Casement windows have a tight seal when closed, which offers energy efficient benefits to the home.

Picture Windows

The main purpose of picture windows is to provide a frame of the outdoors for your viewing pleasure inside. Picture windows don’t move, so if you’re looking for an above the sink kitchen window that provides ventilation, this isn’t the right choice. Since they don’t let in any air from the outside, picture windows are the most energy efficient window option.

Bay Windows

Bay windows are comprised of three windows side by side, typically a fixed window in the middle and two operable windows on each side, providing expansive outdoor views. Bay windows sit on an angle outside of the house to deliver stunning three-dimensional outdoor views. Bay windows are a beautiful addition to the kitchen but are more commonly used above a breakfast nook.

Sliding Windows

Sliding windows can be operated using one hand by sliding back and forth on a sliding track. They’re perfect for the kitchen because they provide exceptional airflow, similar to casement windows. Sliders can be opened all the way or slightly cracked open. Their ease of use is what makes them so desirable and convenient.

Awning Windows

Awning windows are a type of casement window. They are both crank windows, but awning windows differ in that they have a hinge at the top of the window and open up at the bottom, while casement windows hinge at the side and fit better for rooms where the height of the window needed is bigger than the width.

Double-Hung Windows

Double-hung windows fit nicely above the kitchen sink and are the most common type of window sold. Double-hung windows can open at the top, bottom, or both. Double-hung windows differ from single-hung windows in that single-hung windows can only open on either the top or the bottom.

Reflect Window & Door offers window services for both residential homes as well as businesses and other commercial applications. Our team of expert window contractors is available for almost any project, regardless of how small or large it may be. We also offer various window parts, including window hardware and replacement window parts.

We service all types and sizes of windows, including vinyl windows, aluminum windows, wood windows, and others. We can work with casement windows, awning windows, sliding windows, bay windows, picture windows, skylights, and more. Schedule a consultation now!