Window Style Guide

Casement Impact Windows, open to the breeze.

A crank swings the whole sash outward to catch the ocean air, then pulls it snug against the frame for one of the tightest seals you can get.

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South Florida home with impact windows
HVHZ-rated
Miami-Dade NOA verified
OpensCrank swings sash outward
AirflowThe full sash opens
SealPresses tight into the frame
Ideal forCoastal homes & kitchens
Casement window: a crank swings the sash outward on side hinges CRANK HINGES

How it opens

Designed around how you live.

  1. 1

    Turn the crank. The sash swings outward on side hinges.

  2. 2

    Catch the breeze. The open sash can scoop side breezes into the room.

  3. 3

    Seal it shut. Locking pulls the sash firmly against the weatherstripping.

The good stuff

Why homeowners love casement windows

The most fresh air

The entire sash opens, not just half of it, a real difference in a climate where you want every breeze you can get.

A seal made for the coast

When locked, the sash presses into the frame, resisting wind-driven rain and salt air. That's why they're a favorite on oceanfront homes.

Clear, uninterrupted glass

No meeting rail across the middle, so the view stays open from edge to edge.

Impact windows seen from inside and outside a South Florida home
On the barrier islands, where salt air finds every gap, a casement's compression seal earns its keep.

Where it shines

Perfect for

Oceanfront homesOver the kitchen sinkBehind countersBedroomsLiving roomsPairing with picture windows

Casements are a top choice along the coast, from Bal Harbour to Highland Beach, where salt infiltration is severe. The crank is also easy to reach over a counter or sink, where lifting a sash would be awkward.

Choosing

Casement or sliding window?

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Casement

  • Sash swings outward
  • The full sash ventilates
  • Compression seal when locked
  • Crank hardware to maintain

Sliding Window

  • Sash glides sideways
  • About half the opening ventilates
  • Nothing projects outside
  • Keep the track clear of sand
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Questions

Good questions, straight answers.

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When a casement is locked, the sash presses into the frame and weatherstripping. That compression seal resists wind-driven rain and salt air better than a sliding sash, which is why it's a favorite in coastal communities.

Because the whole sash opens, a casement can often meet the Florida Building Code's emergency-escape size in a smaller overall window than a single-hung. We confirm the clear opening for every bedroom before ordering.

Rinse the frame and hardware with fresh water from time to time, and keep the crank and hinges lightly lubricated. We specify corrosion-resistant hardware for coastal homes.

No. Keep them closed and locked. The impact-rated glass and frame are your storm protection, and they perform as tested only when the sash is locked.

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General information based on current Florida Building Code requirements and Haven's field experience. Product approvals, sizes, costs, and timelines vary by home and municipality. Your free estimate confirms the details for your project. Verify any contractor's license at myfloridalicense.com.