Double Hung Windows Market Report 2025

The double hung windows market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.38 billion in 2024 to $8.87 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to the rise in residential construction, increased demand for energy-efficient solutions, ongoing urbanization and smart city initiatives, a surge in renovation and remodeling projects, and the expanding middle-class population with higher disposable incomes.

The double hung windows market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.95 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The projected growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing environmental concerns and regulatory requirements, greater adoption in commercial and mixed-use buildings, rising demand for customization and aesthetic enhancements, a growing preference for low-maintenance and durable solutions, and increased investment in smart and connected home features. Key trends during this period include innovations in window glazing technologies, the integration of smart features into windows, advancements in frame materials, improvements in noise reduction, and enhancements in manufacturing processes.

The increase in residential construction is expected to drive the growth of the double-hung windows market moving forward. Residential construction involves building, renovating, or remodeling homes where people live. This growth is mainly fueled by rapid urbanization and population increases, which create a higher demand for new housing to accommodate the influx of people moving to cities. Double-hung windows are commonly used in residential construction because they offer excellent ventilation control, are easy to clean from inside the home, provide a timeless look suitable for various architectural styles, and improve energy efficiency when properly sealed. For example, in June 2025, the U.S. Census Bureau, a U.S.-based government agency, reported that in May 2025, single-family housing reached a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 924,000 units, marking a 0.4% rise (±10.9%) from the revised April estimate of 920,000 units. Therefore, the growth in residential construction is propelling the double-hung windows market.

Key players in the double-hung windows market are concentrating on launching innovative products like energy-efficient aluminum windows to satisfy the growing demand for sustainable and high-performance building materials. Energy-efficient aluminum windows feature aluminum frames combined with insulated glass to reduce heat transfer, enhance thermal performance, and lower energy use. These windows help decrease heating and cooling expenses, improve indoor comfort, and promote sustainable construction practices. For instance, in July 2023, Crystal Window & Door Systems, Ltd., a U.S.-based manufacturer, introduced the Series 2700 aluminum double-hung window line. This series boasts a 3-¼-inch jamb depth, thermally enhanced wide thermal break profiles, and AW-rated models designed to boost energy efficiency and meet strict building codes such as those in New York City. The Series 2700 includes low-e coated, argon-filled insulating glass units, fast-draining sloped sills, tilt-in sashes for easy cleaning, and continuous weather stripping for superior air and water tightness.

In March 2024, MITER Brands, a U.S.-based manufacturer, acquired PGT Innovations for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, MITER Brands plans to merge its operational strengths with PGT Innovations’ advanced manufacturing capabilities to foster innovation, improve product offerings, and reinforce its standing as the most valued window and door brand in America. This move aims to broaden market reach and deliver enhanced value to customers, supply partners, and local communities. PGT Innovations Inc., also U.S.-based, specializes in producing highly engineered, impact-resistant windows and doors, including double-hung windows.

Major players in the double hung windows market are JELD-WEN Holding Inc., Andersen Corporation, Pella Corporation, Marvin Lumber and Cedar Company, Window World Inc., Ply Gem Industries Inc., Champion Window Manufacturing and Supply Company LLC, MI Windows and Doors LLC, Weather Shield Manufacturing Inc., Atrium Corporation, Harvey Industries LLC, Soft-Lite LLC, ProVia Holdings Inc., Cascade Windows Inc., Kolbe & Kolbe Millwork Co. Inc., Loewen Windows and Doors Ltd., Window Nation LLC, Wincore Windows & Doors LLC, Sunrise Windows Ltd., Alside Windows.

North America was the largest region in the double hung windows market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in double hung windows report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the double hung windows market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The quick escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting strain in trade relations in spring 2025 are considerably influencing the Paper, Plastics, Rubber, Wood And Textile sector by inflating costs for imported pulp, resin, synthetic rubber, lumber, and cotton key inputs with limited domestic substitutes. Packaging manufacturers, for example, now pay more for plastic films and corrugated materials, squeezing margins in an already price-sensitive market. Textile producers face similar challenges, as tariffs on imported yarns and dyes compound pressures from rising labor costs. Some firms are shifting to recycled materials or biodegradable alternatives, while others consolidate suppliers to negotiate bulk discounts.

Double-hung windows are a window style that includes two vertically sliding sashes - one at the top and one at the bottom that operate independently within the frame. Commonly used in residential and commercial buildings, these windows offer flexible ventilation and ease of cleaning, as both sashes can be opened and tilted inward.

The primary types of double-hung windows are traditional double-hung and tilt-in double-hung windows. Traditional double-hung windows feature two vertically sliding sashes, providing adjustable ventilation and a classic, balanced appearance. These windows are constructed from materials such as vinyl, wood, aluminum, fiberglass, and composite. They are applied in various settings including residential homes, commercial properties, historic restorations, and new builds. Distribution occurs through both direct and indirect sales channels. The main end users include homeowners, contractors, and other institutional buyers.

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The double-hung windows market consists of sales of vinyl double-hung windows, wood double-hung windows, single-pane double-hung windows, andersen windows and triple-pane double-hung windows. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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