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Picture windows for North Texas homes

A picture window is one large fixed pane, with no sashes and no tracks. It lets in the most light, frames the clearest view and seals tighter than any window that opens.

Best for
Living rooms & backyard views
Relative cost

How it works

How picture windows work

The glass is set directly into the frame and doesn't open. Picture windows are often paired with operating windows on either side, such as casements or sliders, so you get the view and the breeze.

Why homeowners choose them

  • The most light and an unobstructed view
  • The tightest seal of any style
  • Usually the lowest cost per square foot of glass
  • Nothing to crank, slide or maintain

Good to know

  • It doesn't open, so pair it with operating windows where you want airflow.
  • Large panes take more direct sun, so Low-E glass is a must on west- and south-facing walls.

Where they fit

Where picture windows work best

  • Living rooms
  • Backyard and lake views
  • Two-story walls
  • Dining rooms

In North Texas homes

Big picture windows are common in Rowlett homes facing Lake Ray Hubbard and in two-story family rooms across Collin County. Afternoon sun hits those large panes hard, so the glass matters most here: a low-SHGC Low-E coating cuts heat without darkening the room.

What they cost

Low per square foot of glass; large sizes cost more overall.

Size, glass and installation matter as much as style. See our window replacement cost guide.

Glass for your county

Dallas & Tarrant

U ≤ 0.32 · SHGC ≤ 0.23

Collin & Denton

U ≤ 0.28 · SHGC ≤ 0.23

Every style we install is available with Low-E glass that meets these ENERGY STAR targets. What the numbers mean

How it works

New windows in three easy steps

From the first hello to brand-new windows.

  1. Prime Window Solutions consultant showing a window sample to homeowners at their kitchen island1

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    Answer a few quick questions and pick a time online — it takes about a minute.

  2. Prime technician measuring a window opening in a Texas living room2

    We measure & you choose

    We measure every opening, show you real samples and leave a clear, written price.

  3. Two Prime installers fitting a new vinyl window into a brick home3

    Custom-built & installed

    Your windows are made to your exact sizes, then installed by our careful crew.

FAQ

Picture windows: common questions

Still wondering about something? Call us at (469) 457-4049 — a real person will pick up. Or browse the full window replacement FAQ.

Can a picture window be energy efficient with so much glass?

Yes. With no moving parts it seals better than any operating window. Choose Low-E glass with a low SHGC so the sun's heat stays outside; our energy guide explains the numbers.

Can you replace a large two-story picture window?

Yes. Our crews safely handle large and high windows, including two-story picture windows and the specialty shapes often found above them.

Should I combine a picture window with windows that open?

Often. A picture window flanked by casement or slider windows gives you the view and the breeze.

Window styles

Compare similar window styles

Not sure what you need? That's what the free estimate is for — we'll recommend the right style for every room.

Casement windows

Best for: Kitchens & over-the-sink spots

Sliding windows

Best for: Wide openings & ranch homes

Specialty-shape windows

Best for: Entryways & architectural accents

Picture windows installed across Dallas–Fort Worth

We install picture windows in homes all over the Metroplex from our Plano office. Find your city:

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