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Single tilt & turn
One sash that tilts in at the top to ventilate and swings in fully to clean or escape.
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Tilt & turn windows
A tilt & turn window has one handle and two opening positions. In one, the sash tilts in at the top for ventilation. In the other, it swings into the room on side hinges like a door. That makes it the practical choice for flats, upper floors and anywhere the outside glass is hard to reach.
See all 8 layoutsBecause the sash opens inwards, nothing projects over a walkway, balcony or a neighbour’s garden. A large tilt & turn sash also gives a generous clear opening, so it is often used as an escape window.
Standard hardware turns first and tilts second as you move the handle. Tilt-first hardware swaps that order, so the first position is the safer tilt. It is worth choosing for children’s rooms, along with a lockable handle.
The main trade-off is room space. When the sash turns, it swings into the room, so curtains, blinds, radiators, deep window boards and furniture all need clearance. We check this at survey. A tilt & turn also usually costs more than a casement of the same size, because the hardware is more involved.
8 standard layouts
The layouts we fit most in UK homes. Every one is made to measure, and you choose the opening side, colour and glass. Need something different? Tell us and we’ll draw it for you.
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Tilt & turn beside a fixed light
A tilt & turn sash next to a fixed pane.
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Pair of tilt & turn sashes
Two tilt & turn sashes, hinged at the outer edges.
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Three-pane: tilt & turn in the centre
A tilt & turn sash between two fixed lights.
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Three-pane: tilt & turn at both ends
Tilt & turn sashes at each end with a fixed centre.
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Four-pane: tilt & turn at both ends
Tilt & turn sashes at each end with two fixed centre lights.
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Tilt & turn under a fixed top light
A tall tilt & turn sash with a fixed light above.
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Tilt-only vent
A sash that only tilts inwards from the bottom.
Quote this layout: Tilt-only ventDrawings are viewed from outside and are not to scale. Dashed lines meet at the hinge side. Sizes are typical starting points; we measure every opening at survey.
Why choose tilt & turn windows
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Two opening modes
Tilt for ventilation. Turn for cleaning, moving furniture in or escape.
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Clean from inside
Both faces of the glass are within reach without a ladder.
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Nothing projects outside
Suits openings beside paths, balconies and access decks.
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Mis-operation device
Stops the sash being tilted and turned at the same time.
At a glance
Exact figures depend on the system and options you choose. We confirm them on your written quote.
| Opening types | Turn-first or tilt-first; side-hung inward turn, bottom-hung inward tilt |
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| Glazing | Double glazed as standard. Triple glazing available on request |
| Energy | Meets Building Regulations Part L for replacement windows (U-value 1.4 W/m²K or better, or WER band B or above). A-rated options available |
| Ventilation | Trickle vents fitted where Part F requires them, including wherever the old windows had them |
| Safety glass | Toughened or laminated glass in critical locations, including any pane within 800 mm of the floor (Part K) |
| Colours | White, cream, woodgrain foils and solid colours including anthracite grey (RAL 7016), black and Chartwell green |
| Security | Perimeter multipoint locking; PAS 24 tested options available |
About tilt & turn windows
Can tilt & turn windows be used as a fire escape?
Yes, if the clear opening meets Approved Document B. That means at least 0.33 m², at least 450 mm wide and 450 mm high, with the bottom of the opening no more than 1,100 mm above the floor. We check each escape window at survey.
Do they need special blinds?
The blind must not block the sash as it swings in. Blinds fixed to the sash itself work well, as do blinds set far enough back from the reveal. Integral blinds inside the glass are available on selected systems.
Is it safe to leave a tilt & turn on tilt?
The gap at the top is small and hard to reach from outside, so tilt is a safer way to ventilate than an open casement. It is still an open window. Close and lock it when you go out.
Should I choose turn-first or tilt-first?
Turn-first is the standard arrangement and suits most rooms. Choose tilt-first where children could reach the handle, because a quick turn only tilts the sash rather than opening it fully. Lockable handles add another layer of protection.
Similar styles
Suits most homes
Casement windows
Hinged and fixed panes in almost any layout. The standard window for most UK houses.
- 34 layouts
- Side-hung
- Top-hung
- Fixed lights
Tight spaces
Horizontal sliding windows
Sashes slide sideways, so nothing swings in or out. Useful by walkways and over worktops.
- 4 layouts
- No projection
- 2–3 panes
Garden access
French doors
A pair of glazed doors with no centre post. Opens wide onto the garden.
- 6 layouts
- No centre post
- Shoot bolts
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