Tilt and turn windows offer a practical and modern dimension to homes. While most windows open outwards, tilt and turn windows open inwards for increased safety, ventilation and easier upkeep. Tilt and turn windows have long been a popular choice for homeowners on the continent on the due to their excellent weather proofing and security features. These windows are
very practical and versatile as they feature a hinge mechanism which means they can be opened in 2 ways.

Tilt and turn windows can be opened fully like a casement window (inwards) or they can be tilted from the bottom so that the top of the window is angled into the room, giving a smaller opening for ventilation. The tilted opening also has the added benefit of increased security and safety as no one can fit through the gap. he tilting vent position is also considered by many to be a very attractive option.

How tilt and turn windows work

When the window is in position and the handle is downwards it is fixed securely in position, but the tilt and turn window has a handle which works in 2 different ways. If you turn the handle 90° the window will swing inwards opening the aperture fully, if you turn the handle 180° it will only tilt open with the aperture mainly at the top.
 

 

Advantages of tilt and turn windows

Versatile design & flexible ventilation

One of the biggest advantages of tilt and turn windows is that they offer a great deal of flexibility when it comes to ventilation. You don’t need to have the window fully open to let air into your home, you can simply open it slightly by tilting it. You can then adjust the angle depending on how much ventilation you want. The design also means that when it rains water is prevented from entering your home because of the tilted angle.

Ideal for small spaces

The flexibility of these tilt and turn windows means that if you’d like to be able to open a window in a smaller room for ventilation (such as the bathroom) you can do so without having a large window to swing back into the room.

Easy use & maintenance

As these windows can open fully into the home it’s really easy to clean both the inside and outside without having to use a ladder for upstairs windows or take the risk of leaning outside your window. They are also easy to open and close as the window opens inwards and not outwards.

Air-sealed for insulation

Tilt and turn windows generally have better air-seals than sliding, single hung or double hung window frames. This means less they are less prone to water leakage, cold draughts and you’ll keep more of your heating indoors where it belongs. Better insulated windows should mean you’ll need to use your heating less and could save you money on energy bills.

Unobstructed View

Tilt and turn windows are particularly good for large window spaces as they too provide an unobstructed view and high levels of natural light into a room.

Tilt and turn windows are more secure and can provide more access if there is a walkway directly under the window, they are also easier to clean.

Tilt and turn windows are in fact one of the most secure window styles. They are often viewed by glazing specialists as more secure than other window styles because to ensure that the window
functions properly during both opening actions, extremely strong hardware and multi-point locking systems must be used.

A European classic, tilt & turn windows are inswing windows with a double function. With a turn of the handle they either tilt or swing in. The tilt function provides secure ventilation while maintaining beautiful views.

Due to mechanical requirements, the handle that operates the window hardware is installed on the window vent, opposite of the hinges. Thus, it tilts and turns with the window.