Ways to Enjoy More Natural Ventilation With Your Windows

 

Homeowners looking to enjoy more ventilation without using artificial means can install better replacement windows that make this possible. Let Renewal by Andersen® of San Francisco show you how.replacement windows

How Windows Can Improve Ventilation

By positioning operable windows in every room in the house, you can enjoy more ventilation. Casement windows are particularly useful for this purpose. As they are mostly glass panes that open wide, casement windows can direct airflow if positioned correctly.

Double-hung windows also work. By opening the bottom pane to let air in, and the top pane of the next window to let air out, you can create a mild vacuum of air that passes through and cools the room. The taller the double-hung windows and the higher the ceiling, the better this technique works.

In a similar but more effective fashion, an operable skylight can be the outlet for warm air. Open the windows to the room, and let in cooler air, which pushes the warm air up and out through the skylight. This is the chimney effect.

If you’re thinking of windows replacement, consider the suggestions above to maximize ventilation in your home. Renewal by Andersen of San Francisco is completely experienced and qualified to make suggestions for better ventilation in your home.

Landscaping Also Affects Ventilation

A hedge close to your windows can have the effect of driving wind towards your open windows to cool your home, or the opposite effect of blocking breezes. Trees and tall plants may also have similar effects. For this reason, you should observe how the wind blows where you are, and make the necessary adjustments to your lawn.

Benefits of Natural Ventilation

Natural ventilation is more effective in areas where the climate brings cool nights and breezy days. Of course, you should also take your lifestyle into account. If you can live with mostly natural ventilation, you will enjoy several benefits:

• It can lower your use of energy as you depend less on artificially cooled air.
• It prevents stuffiness in your home.
• Being constantly exposed to clean, natural air may strengthen your respiratory and immune systems.

Renewal by Andersen manufactures and installs some of the most popular types of replacement windows in the U.S. While our windows are completely insulative, our operable ones are perfect for letting in natural breezes and cool air. Call Renewal by Andersen of San Francisco at (866) 609-5033, or fill out our contact form for a free estimate. We serve clients in San Francisco, CA, and nearby areas.