Tilt and turn windows: two ways to open
A stuffy bedroom you daren't leave wide open. Upstairs glass you can't clean without a ladder. A tilt and turn window fixes both from one handle: tilt it for a safe breeze, or turn it to swing fully into the room.
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- Free survey, written quote on the day
- Fitted by our own team, never subcontractors
- 10-year guarantee on uPVC windows, doors and roofline
Why choose AWR
Air on your terms
Tilt for a gentle flow of air, or turn fully open for a big change of air on a warm day.
Safer with children
The tilt position opens only a few inches at the top, so you get air without a gap anyone can climb through.
Clean from inside
The window swings into the room, so you can reach the outside pane without a ladder.
Good for tight spaces
Nothing opens outwards, so balconies, paths and planting outside are not in the way.
A clean modern look
Large panes and slim frames let in plenty of light and suit modern homes.
How tilt and turn windows work
A tilt and turn window has a hinge that works on two axes, controlled by a single handle. In the tilt position, the top of the window leans into the room by a few inches and the bottom stays locked in place. In the turn position, the whole window swings inwards on side hinges.
It sounds technical. In daily use it is simple: decide how much air you want and turn the handle to match.
Where tilt and turn windows work best
Because they open inwards, tilt and turn windows are ideal anywhere an outward-opening window would get in the way or be hard to reach.
- Upstairs bedrooms, where you want air at night and a safe gap with young children around.
- Flats and high windows, where cleaning the outside would otherwise mean a ladder or a window cleaner.
- Rooms over paths, balconies or patios, where a casement would swing into people walking past.
- Kitchens and bathrooms, where quick, controlled airflow helps clear steam.
Built for security
Tilt and turn windows use multi-point locking around the frame, which makes them very hard to force. The tilt position also lets you leave a window open for air while the bottom stays locked.
Ours are PAS 24 security rated and use a full Yale locking suite. They are made to measure, fitted by our own trained installers and covered by our 10-year guarantee on uPVC windows.
Tilt and turn or casement?
Both are hinged windows, and both work well in uPVC. The difference is the direction they open and how much control you get. A casement swings outwards, which keeps the room clear but needs space outside. A tilt and turn opens inwards, which keeps the outside clear and gives you the extra tilt setting for safe ventilation.
Many homes use a mix: casements downstairs and tilt and turn in bedrooms and upstairs rooms where cleaning and safe airflow matter more.
Colours and finishes
Tilt and turn windows come in a range of colours and designs. White suits most homes, while anthracite grey gives a sharp, contemporary edge that pairs well with the clean lines of this style.
Woodgrain finishes such as rosewood and honey oak are available too if you want a warmer look. We fit them from all seven of our branches.
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Choose your style
Tilt position
The top leans in a few inches for secure, gentle ventilation.
Turn position
The whole window swings inwards for full airflow and easy cleaning.
White uPVC
A clean, bright frame that suits most homes.
Anthracite grey
A dark modern grey that suits the clean lines of tilt and turn.
Woodgrain finishes
Rosewood and honey oak for a warmer, wood-look frame.
How a visit works
You pick the time
We call you back at a time that suits you and book your free survey. Morning, afternoon or evening.
We bring our showroom to your home
A local AWR surveyor brings samples of the doors, windows, colours and handles to you, measures up and talks through the options. No pressure.
Written quote on the day
You get a clear written quote before the surveyor leaves. No hard sell: take your time and decide when you are ready. Ask your surveyor about group installs too.
Our own team fits it
Made to measure, with doors built in our Doncaster factory. Fitted by our own installers, never subcontractors.
Questions people ask
What is a tilt and turn window?
It is a window that opens two ways from one handle. In the tilt position, the top leans into the room a few inches for ventilation. In the turn position, the whole window swings inwards on side hinges like a door. That makes them easy to ventilate, easy to clean and safe for upstairs rooms.
Are tilt and turn windows safe for children?
The tilt position is a popular choice for homes with young children or pets. It opens only a few inches at the top while the bottom stays locked, so you get fresh air without a gap anyone could climb through. As with any window, keep the handle out of reach of small children.
Can you clean tilt and turn windows from inside?
Yes. In the turn position, the window swings fully into the room, so you can reach the outside of the glass from indoors. This is one of the main reasons people choose them for upstairs rooms and flats where outside cleaning would mean using a ladder.
Do tilt and turn windows need much maintenance?
Very little. The uPVC frame needs no painting and only a wipe when you see dirt. Keep the hinges and handle mechanism clean and they will keep working smoothly. If anything develops a fault within ten years, our guarantee covers repair or replacement.
Are tilt and turn windows energy efficient?
They have tight seals around the frame, which help to keep heat in and draughts out, and they can be double glazed. If warmth, condensation and noise are your main concerns, our double glazed tilt and turn windows page explains more. For the rest of the house, our free energy check shows where heat is escaping.
Ready to make your home a castle?
Book a free, no-pressure survey. A local AWR surveyor measures up and leaves you a written quote on the day.
- We bring our showroom to your home
- Written quote on the day
- Our own fitters, never subcontractors
- Doors made in our Doncaster factory
- No hard sell