There are several ways to enlarge a window opening.
Put bigger window in attic.
King studs often have to be cut and headers replaced with bigger ones when expanding a window.
Adding more or larger windows to a basement can make it feel less claustrophobic and provide a welcome source of natural light.
I can tell you when i did this in my house two 30x36 casement opening windows plus a 30 highx60 inch wide eyebrow window in a reading loft the cost difference was only about 20 more expensive per square foot for the curved eyebrow configuration than rectangular window non opening of course.
This work doesn t affect the header above the window or the studs around it.
Since basements are partially or completely underground they often have inadequate windows.
This type of window sits vertically in a framed structure that.
A new header top of the window and rough sill bottom of the window will need to fit the new window width.
If you qualify for the cut down option this is the key to keeping the price down.
Because windows and exterior doors are part of the outside supporting walls that support the second floor or attic it helps to understand the framing around a window.
Also called a catherine window it is traditionally ornamented with stained glass and geometric designs that radiate from the center.
The rose window is a circular decorative roof window that is installed flush with the roof.
A cut down involves expanding the window opening downward.
Rose attic windows are reminiscent of medieval cathedral architecture and have been adapted for modern roof designs.
Installing an egress window will also allow the opening to serve as an exit in the case of an emergency.
Located on the sloped side of a roof a dormer window brings natural light into an attic loft or any room with a vaulted ceiling.