A Fresh Look and Feel with Replacement Casement Windows

The weather wasn’t kind to this Salina home. A strong hailstorm had left its mark—damaged glass, weakened seals, and windows that just weren’t doing their job anymore. But instead of simply replacing what was broken, the homeowners saw a bigger opportunity. They started thinking not just about fixing the windows but about improving the home they loved.

They’d been in the house for years. It was solid and full of memories, but parts of it no longer fit their style. The old windows, with their busy grilles and fading finish, felt dated. So, when it came time to replace them, they decided to make a change that would not only protect the home but refresh its entire look.

Working with our team at Pella Kansas, they selected Lifestyle Series casement windows for every room. These windows offered the clean lines and energy efficiency they were looking for, with the flexibility to match their vision.

One of the first decisions the homeowners made was to get rid of the grilles. While the divided-light look had once felt traditional and cozy, it now just felt busy. Removing them completely gave the windows a modern, uncluttered feel that let the home’s natural character shine through.

The new brown frames became a quiet focal point—especially against the home’s warm brick exterior. From the street, the house looks instantly more updated, but not trendy or cold. It still feels welcoming, just with a sharper, more intentional design.

Upstairs, the arched window above the porch got the same treatment. The new design lets in more light and offers a clearer view of the neighborhood—something the homeowners didn’t realize they were missing until they experienced it.

Beyond the visual refresh, this project was also about making the home more comfortable. The old windows had let in drafts for years, especially during Kansas winters. Some rooms were always colder than others, and summer heat had become hard to manage.

The new casement windows, equipped with insulating Low-E glass and argon gas, changed that. The house stays warmer in winter and cooler in summer. There’s less need to constantly adjust the thermostat, and everything just feels more stable. Even noise from the street is noticeably quieter—something the homeowners didn’t expect but quickly came to appreciate.

These aren’t the kinds of upgrades you show off, but they’re the ones that quietly make life better every day.

This wasn’t a dramatic renovation. It didn’t involve tearing down walls or redesigning everything from scratch. But it made a big difference.

The homeowners took something as frustrating as hail damage and turned it into a chance to make their home work better for them—more comfortable, more efficient and more aligned with how they see themselves now. The result is a home that feels a little more current and a lot more comfortable.

And most importantly? It still feels like theirs.