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Double Hung Window Features Video

This video illustrates how double hung windows have more of an older style that can be cleaned from the inside.

1. Features of the Double Hung Window

  • Double hung windows offer an older, more traditional style of window. They are typically used in colonial or ranch style homes.
  • Both the front and back of a double hung window moves up and down.
  • Double hung windows open forward for easy cleaning inside the house. Once finished, you only have to latch the window back to close.

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