What size of window(s) should I install above garage doors?
kellypescitelli
3 years ago
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I am building a 30 x 32 garage. The windows on the lower level are 2 x 4. I went a little taller as the walls are 10 ft high. I just want to know what I should do for windows above the garage doors. The garage doors are large-10 x 9. The roof pitch is 10/12. Should I do one large window? Two shown here (they would also be 2 x 4)? Or a series of three? Any advice on number of widows and window size would be greatly appreciated!
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3 years agolast modified: 3 years agoTwo 2x4 placed close, or a large one trimmed per below totalling 6x4.
- if garage doors have windows be sure to compliment
- consider inside guest room - I like larger one for extra light and will provide nice proportions behind bed or sitting area.
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3 years agolast modified: 3 years agoSince the windows above the garage are the only windows for that living space, I would be inclined to make those windows a bit wider, which will help with scale and light. Do either 2 -3x4 or 3 -2x4 windows.
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3 years agolast modified: 3 years agoI would place them as close to each other as possible. I would do only one stick of trim between the windows, so it's 4" and not 8" of trim (4" trim on one window + 4" trim on other window). If that makes sense? So, give the illusion they are mulled. Then 4" trim around the entire unit of windows.
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