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1. Casement Window: These are the most common type of windows used in India. They are hinged either to the right or left and can be opened outwards in one direction. They are usually customized with grills for additional safety, and can be adjusted to cut down air supply easily.

2. The picture Window: These windows are generally used to allow light inside and do not open. They are generally used for the purpose of scenic beauty or sufficient light.

3. Transom Windows: These are horizontal windows placed above the door for lighting or at times they can be designed to be opened for ventilation. Mostly these are used for ornamentation purpose.

4. Gliding Windows: When in need of a partial balcony or a huge open area to view outside these windows can be used. They usually slide to one side completely and can be closed bringing back to the same start. They can be designed with or without grills. They are most often used in modern or contemporary houses.

5. Awing Windows: Windows of this type are hinged on the top and can be opened downwards to let in air. These windows are not very preferred for houses since they are prone to become dirty because one side is always slanted and escape during fire or storms becomes very difficult including entry. These are designed ideally along with stationary windows.

6. Stationary Windows: They do not open and can be customized in any shape or size desired and are used for additional lighting purpose.

7. Single and double hung Windows: These windows are very common abroad. The single ones can be opened in the bottom and double ones can be opened both ways. Double ones are preferred when kids are around for safety purposes.

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Do you want to bring out the painter in you but don’t know how to paint your interior walls without staining your deck? This project can turn into nightmare if you are not careful while painting. Follow these 10 tips to make your painting projects go smoother and faster while giving you a professional-looking finish that you'll be proud of.

1. Try using any bold colour which not only brightens the house but also adds a spot light. Use calmer and soothing colours like pink, light blue for bedrooms and bathrooms which not only looks great but also adds lot of psychological advantages.

2. Always try to test the colour on the wall before purchasing the required paint completely. It is better to waste a few hundreds to test and see if it suites the house rather than spending a huge amount to realise the fact later.

3. Measure the whole house, try to find out the total cost which has to be incurred to paint it, be it multiple shades, mixed or single block colour. Plus, do remember you can’t only apply a single coat because double coats are required to bring out the best.

4. Do all the covering and patching work for the screws, knobs, broken walls, protective shields for stuff way in advance. Since, you will be investing a lot of time doing the preparation before the painting starts.

5. A primer can be used separately or bought together with the paint. However, do remember that a coat of primer leaves the paint well adhered and last longer, also providing a better look.

6. Rollers may require handles and poles. However, a roller will be more efficient to paint than a paint brush. Try using a ‘W’ pattern to paint which covers all the overlapping sections as well.

7. A ladder may seem to be very essential while painting the ceilings, though it may not be compulsory there are other options like an extension connected to a roller pole.

8. The process of boxing is very safe in case of mixing. Try re- usable buckets to mix the proportions required and redo so. Any mistakes done during the mixing can be avoided well before.

9. Keep additional cleaning pads to make sure the excess left overs on the furniture or on the flooring can be cleaned. It is always better to remove these leftovers instantly.

10. Lastly, try to use a hanger to stop the drips in the bucket to avoid the excess dripping on the floors or around.

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