Bay vs Bow Window
Bay Window
$2,600
(for 8-foot vinyl frame bay window, installed)
VS
Bow Window
$3,600
(for 8-foot vinyl frame bay window, installed)
Cost to install bay or bow windows varies greatly by region (and even by zip code).
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Bay Window
Pros
+ Wide variety of shapes, sizes, and styles
+ Creates additional space
+ Easy to include windows that open for ventilation
+ Less expensive
Cons
- Provides less natural light and a more restricted view
- Not suitable for installation close to a sidewalk or street
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$2,600
(for 8-foot vinyl frame bay window, installed)
Bow Window
Pros
+ Narrow exterior profile
+ Elegant appearance
+ Brightens a room with more natural light
+ Provides a panoramic view
Cons
- Less likely to have windows that open for ventilation
- More complicated and expensive to install
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$3,600
(for 8-foot vinyl frame bay window, installed)
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