They are typically set up as part of a window setup but can be installed as a single window as well. They work well in locations where you can not easily push a window sash up, such as above kitchen sinks or counter tops. They look great when combined with a larger window installation, such as bay, bow, or French windows.

If your home is firmly boxed in by neighbors, the angle of the casement windows may enable you to capture breezes. The sash effectively scoops in air and sends it into your house. However this can likewise work versus you if dominating breezes tend to go in the other instructions. Does your household have a strategy for what to do in case of fire? Casement windows are in some cases used as egress windows. In emergency situations, they're a bit simpler to crawl out of. If you have a location of your home (like the basement) where space is restricted, a casement window can offer a safe escape path in case of a fire.