About this product
- How it opens
- Slides sideways on a track
- Best for
- Wide openings, and windows beside walkways or pool decks
- Keep in mind
- Only part of the window opens, and tracks need an occasional clean
A horizontal roller has sashes side by side with a slight overlap. Tracks built into the top and bottom of the frame let a panel slide open sideways, so nothing swings into the room or out over a walkway.
They come in two-lite and three-lite configurations, with double weatherstripping and a flush design. Many have operating panels that lift out for easy cleaning.
Where horizontal rollers work best
- Openings that are wider than they are tall.
- High on a bedroom wall, where you want light and privacy and furniture sits below.
- Beside walkways, patios and pool decks, where an outward-swinging window would be in the way.
Two-lite or three-lite?
A two-lite roller has two panels. A three-lite has three, which suits a longer opening. We'll measure the opening and show you which layout fits.
Horizontal roller or casement?
A roller keeps everything inside the frame, so it's the better pick next to a walkway. A casement window opens the whole panel, so it lets in more air. See the comparison of all four window types.
Questions about horizontal rollers
How do I keep it sliding smoothly? Sand and salt settle in the tracks, especially near the coast. Rinse the track and brush it out every so often so the panel keeps moving easily.
Can I take the panel out to clean it? On many models, yes. Ask us which ones when we go over your options.
