Colonial Windows Restore Historic Home to Former Glory

Columbus, the capital city of Ohio, offers a thriving hub of culture, education and economic growth to its visitors and residents. Its vibrant neighborhoods and changing seasons make it a perfect place to become a homeowner in the Midwest. The colonial style homes found throughout the state capital are often preserved by their owners to honor their heritage.  

These Columbus homeowners wanted to replace their old, outdated windows. They enlisted the help of our team to freshen the exterior look and feel of their home. We suggested Pella Reserve — Traditional wood double-hung windows to help keep their home’s historic aesthetic.

Colonial windows are known for their symmetrical layout and simple design. To maintain the classic charm of historic homes found throughout Ohio, traditional windows are a perfect choice. These homeowners chose to replace their existing windows while keeping the original traits — earth-toned, evenly spaced windows. Colonial style homes often use traditional grille patterns to achieve this aesthetic. Vertical and horizontal lines divide the window into equal sections for visual appeal, making them a staple of traditional architecture.

The Integral Light Technology (ILT) grilles permanently bond to the inside and outside of the glass, mimicking the look of traditional style windows. This selection keeps the original look of the windows, adding modern technology and innovations. The non-glare spacers between the glass cast a realistic shadow, creating the appearance of individual windowpanes. One large piece of glass is more energy efficient than multiple smaller windowpanes, improving energy efficiency. The grilles visually divide the window into smaller sections, while minimizing the places where air infiltration can occur.

When choosing to replace their historic windows, the homeowners noticed common issues including decay and inefficient single-pane glass. Our team helped them select replacement windows that offer energy efficiency while staying authentic to their home’s design. The double-hung windows offer these homeowners Low-E insulating glass to block the sun’s harmful UV rays. These replacement windows enhance energy efficiency while preserving the home’s colonial charm, blending modern performance with timeless style.