Double Hung Window Tips
Learn how to operate, clean, and troubleshoot your double hung windows from New York Sash—effortless use and energy-saving design!
In this helpful homeowner guide, New York Sash walks you through everything you need to know about operating, cleaning, and maintaining a double hung window—the most common window style we install across Central New York homes. Unlike old wood or aluminum windows that swell, rot, or stick, our vinyl double hung windows feature two independently operable sashes (top and bottom) that glide smoothly thanks to a stainless steel balance system. Both sashes tilt inwards, allowing for safe, simple cleaning from inside your home—no ladders required. The video demonstrates how to unlock and raise the sash, tilt both panes inward using built-in latches, clean the glass, and return the sashes with a simple click. You'll also learn how to remove, rinse, and reinstall spring-loaded screens and why rinsing once a year is essential for clear, allergen-free airflow. We also cover troubleshooting tips: if a pivot bar becomes dislodged, you’ll be shown how to re-engage it using a screwdriver and care to handle the spring-loaded balance safely.
With foam-filled frames, inert gas-insulated glass, and polycarbonate spacer systems, New York Sash windows are built for maximum comfort and energy efficiency. Every detail is engineered to work in harmony—delivering beauty, function, and long-term peace of mind.
⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Double Hung Windows
00:30 Operating & Tilting the Sashes
01:20 Cleaning Instructions & Best Practices
02:00 Screen Removal & Reinstallation
02:45 Troubleshooting Pivot Bars
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