ᐅ Is it possible to have outward-opening windows with shutters?
Created on: 17 Jul 2021 14:20
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Boblinka
Hello everyone,
I’m new here and trying my hand at my first post. We are planning to build our house next year. We are considering constructing a log house (with straight log beams). We would like windows that open outward, but also shutters. Does anyone have experience with this? Are there any proven solutions? Historically, this was common in Northern Europe. Thank you very much for your suggestions.
Boblinka
I’m new here and trying my hand at my first post. We are planning to build our house next year. We are considering constructing a log house (with straight log beams). We would like windows that open outward, but also shutters. Does anyone have experience with this? Are there any proven solutions? Historically, this was common in Northern Europe. Thank you very much for your suggestions.
Boblinka
Myrna_Loy schrieb:
The biggest advantage is that you don’t have to clear the windowsills when you open the windows. Fixed lower parts of the windows can also help with that, for example.
Boblinka schrieb:
Quite a harsh tone here... No, that’s more common with the Green side; we are Orange. @driver55 is more representative of the Green side.
Myrna_Loy schrieb:
That only works without electric controls if there is a larger gap of at least 15cm (6 inches) between the window and the shutter. It’s still fiddly. From the outside, the distance doesn’t matter much, and from the inside, you’re welcome to show me how the second step can come before the first 🙂
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Myrna_Loy18 Jul 2021 13:4111ant schrieb:
Fixed lower parts of the windows can help with this, for example.
No, that one belongs to the green group, we are the orange. @driver55 is more representative of the green group.
From the outside, the spacing doesn’t matter much, and from the inside, you’re welcome to show me how the second step could come before the first 🙂 This only works with double casement windows, of course. You close the window and the shutter until about 15cm (6 inches) remain open. Then you use a hook to latch the shutter into a catch with a spring on the outside. After that, you close the window. However, it’s the most fiddly process. Also, the window needs to be flush with the inside wall so that the windowsill projects into the room.
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hampshire18 Jul 2021 16:04A combination with shutters is mechanically not a problem. If you want to be able to close the shutters from the inside, you either need a motorized drive (electrification) or a mechanical assistance so that the windows don’t get in the way when reaching for the shutters—whether opening or closing. Electrification is certainly cheaper. The only question left is whether you prefer the shutters to be hinged or sliding. A drive system for sliding shutters is probably easier to implement and more durable.
nordanney schrieb:In Germany, yes, but not elsewhere. That’s why it makes sense to look for solutions in other countries.
Calling it a niche topic is a big exaggeration. You are a total exception with that.
11ant schrieb:That was the reason why I decided against it; the standard would have been lowered too much.
However, there is a small complication regarding burglary protection if the fittings are on the outside.
Snowy36 schrieb:Exactly as already suggested for us: my wife likes to fully close the shutters, and I can’t stand having to move something aside just to open the window. It would have been a constructively peaceful solution. Now we have found an alternative constructive compromise.
And what is the reason the windows should open outwards? Space?
The design makes no sense at all, which is probably why it is so common. An alternative has already been suggested.
Are there actually any limiters or stops for the opening angle? Otherwise, a gust of wind might slam the window against the frame after it first shuts and then swings open again. 🙄
Are there actually any limiters or stops for the opening angle? Otherwise, a gust of wind might slam the window against the frame after it first shuts and then swings open again. 🙄
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Myrna_Loy18 Jul 2021 18:11driver55 schrieb:
The design doesn’t make any sense at all, which is probably why it’s so widespread. An alternative has already been mentioned.
Are there any limiters or stops to restrict the opening angle? Otherwise, a strong gust of wind might slam the window shut and then force it open again, potentially causing it to hit the frame violently. 🙄Storm catches (storm stays). These are very common on historic windows in Scandinavia, Schleswig-Holstein, and also in older buildings in Hamburg.S
Smialbuddler18 Jul 2021 18:12There are shutters available with electric motors as well as manual versions operated by a crank; both can be used with closed windows. The electric option can, of course, be centrally controlled and integrated into various automated shading systems. This is a standard solution for modern shutters and is definitely an option for you.
Regarding outward-opening windows: my parents’ house also has them, each with two sashes. This design is very practical for things like plants and saving space inside the room. It also eliminates a common concern nowadays about opening kitchen windows above the sink (think faucet). If you want windows like these, why not go for it?
Regarding outward-opening windows: my parents’ house also has them, each with two sashes. This design is very practical for things like plants and saving space inside the room. It also eliminates a common concern nowadays about opening kitchen windows above the sink (think faucet). If you want windows like these, why not go for it?