4 WAYS EGRESS WINDOWS CAN IMPROVE BASEMENT VIEWS
Basements are also known as dark and murky places and small windows offer minimal views of the outdoors. However, if you use your basement as a living space, then you may consider the installation of an egress window. Besides providing a safe escape path for many house coding issues, egress windows can also improve the aesthetics of your basement.
As you consider the installation of an egress window, see how they can improve the feel of your basement.
1. Larger Window Options
An egress window installation is typically larger than a traditional window. A large window can change your views of the outdoors both horizontally and vertically. With the expanded views and the angle from the basement, one of the main areas you will see more of is the sky. At night, you may have a clear view of the stars as well.
Not only will you improve the views outside the basement, but you will have more natural light inside the basement. The increased natural light will make the room brighter, and you will not have to rely on artificial light as much. During the summer, days are longer and the natural light will last in the space for several hours.
2. Egress Window Décor
The installation of an egress window will typically include a deep well that is used for an easy escape option in the case of an emergency. Besides steps or a ladder, you can add décor to the well area. Install small shelves that go up the whole well. With the shelves, you have a lot of decorating options to create a compelling view outside the window.
For example, you could add planters on the tiered shelves and have a whole array of flowers. Add outdoor decorations like small statues, flags, or lawn ornaments. Change up the décor for each season. In the winter you could add holiday decorations to the window well. In autumn, you could add pumpkins and Halloween decorations.
3. Stone and Gravel Options
The base of an egress window is usually finished with stone or gravel to help with water drainage. From the inside of the window, you will see the base layer of gravel and the top layer of gravel. When you select gravel, choose from different color options to improve the visuals from inside.
For example, a crimson stone color can add a nice pop of color to the space. Add a greenish tint to the gravel with Actinolite. Local gravel companies have a wide range of options available for drainage areas. Every now and then you can change up the gravel color to create different colors and design schemes.
4. Window Seats
When an egress window goes low enough in a basement, you may have the space to install a window seat. A window seat gives you a place to sit, relax, read, and enjoy the natural light. A window seat gives you the best vertical views of the outdoors as you can lay back and look straight up out of the window.
When an egress window is installed, extra efforts are made to waterproof the area. The waterproofing will protect the window from leaks so you can sit up against the window comfortably. On nice days, you can open the window and enjoy the fresh air while you sit in the window seat.
Schedule an installation of an egress window with our professionals at
Rite-Way Waterproofing. We will measure, plan, and install the egress window to fit your basement space. These safe and aesthetically pleasing windows can completely transform your basement space and your views of the outside world.
