Transome Window?

[Carroll Courtney]

Guys I am day dreaming again of my retirement home. I am visualizing a entrance door with a transome window above the door with the hardware to open it for that breath of clean air. I am looking at Van Dykes hardware for opening that window so was wondering if anyone has installed this type of hardware and if it actual works or not?
https://www.vandykes.com/transom-window-operator/p/204926/

[Steve Rozmiarek]

Yes it works fine, as long as the window doesn't stick. I've used it on interior transoms with no problems. Exterior windows and their seals will be a little stiffer, so expect a little more resistance. You'll also need to consider the latch system if you want to lock the window. No reason it won't work though, that was original design intent.

[Paul Haus]

Would it work, I suspect yes. Security could be an issue though so figure that into the mix also. Good luck.

[Dave Sabo]

Of course they work.

But most people prefer not to look at the hardware, so they have fallen out of favor. Their need has also been supplanted by HVAC systems.

[Carroll Courtney]

Thanks guys, its just an idea. When weather permits we are an open window family (wife & I) which my plan was to put one at both exterior doors to provide little bit air circulation since having 10' ceilings in such a small house 1000 sq ft. Waiting on lumber prices to get started which who knows when that will be.