The act of pushing up to open a Double or Single Hung window may be more stressful on the back and hands as people age.
Easy-to-operate windows, such as Casement windows require no lifting action. The crank-out system with a side-hinged sash opens outward for ventilation.
Seniors looking for a smaller crank-out window style option might consider Awning and Hopper windows. With Awning windows, the sash is hinged on top and the window cranks out and upward. In a Hopper window, the sash is located on the bottom and the window easily cranks outwards.
Slider windows are also a great option for older adults. Slider windows, which glide effortlessly from side to side, provide great views with either two-or three-lite configurations and allow for maximum ventilation.
Other tips: Be certain to purchase windows with sturdy, easy-to-operate locks to secure windows in the home. For added security, consider ordering impact-resistant glass in windows which never need the scraping and repainting that wood frames require. Vinyl windows resist rotting, decay, insect infestations and provide years of effortless beauty in the home.