How High Is a Second Story Window
Introduction
A second-story window is a window on an intermediate level of the house. This could be a story and a half, two stories, or even three stories depending on the size and layout of the house. In this article, I will discuss how high is a second-story window. This will provide a piece of good knowledge about window settings. So let us get started.
Benefits of a Second Story Window
If someone tries to break into your house through the basement or crawl space, sitting on your second-story windowsill will make it harder for them to get to you.
You can also use a second-story window as an entry point into your house, like if you have children who can’t climb out their windows on their own yet. You can extend a ladder from inside the house down to this lower one where they can step off when exiting the home through the second-story window. Just ensure the ladder is secured on both ends so it doesn’t fall and hurt them or you.
You can also use this if you have a pet that wants out of your house but isn’t smart enough to open doors or even jump down to the floor below like some dogs do. Your pets are safer staying indoors, especially at night, since they can get lost, attacked by other animals, or struck by cars as they run around alone.
How High Is a Second Story Window?
People often ask just how high is a second-story window. It seems like a fairly simple question, but several factors are to consider. For example – how high will the window be off the ground? Will it have a balcony, steps, or landing below it? If so, how far apart are they spaced? All of these variables need to be considered for an accurate measurement.
So the first thing you’ll want to do is get out your tape measure and start with the easiest scenario; windows located right next to each other on opposite sides of the same wall. I’ve rounded some typical figures that should give you an idea of what you can expect in most cases:
Scenario 1 –
Each window is the same height off of the ground. The windows are right next to each other on opposite sides of a common wall, with no landing below either. The measurements are done from the top of the lowest window sill to the upper window sill. This is probably what you’ll encounter in most shops or offices. It’s not terribly uncommon for them to be direct across each other, but they are often separated by only one-floor joist (more likely 2×4 studs).
Scenario 2 –
Each window is the same height off the ground, but there is a landing between them. Thus, the windows are right next to each other on opposite sides of a common wall, with an equally wide landing below them. The measurements are done from the bottom of the lowest window sill to the top of the upper window sill. This is probably what you’ll encounter in most houses or apartments. It’s not terribly uncommon for them to be direct across each other, but they are often separated by more than one-floor joist (more likely 2×6 studs).
Scenario 3 –
Each window is at different heights off of the ground. The windows aren’t quite as close together as they were in scenario 2, and balconies are below them. The measurements are done from the bottom of the lowest window sill to the top of the upper window sill. This scenario is probably what you’ll encounter in most residential homes.
How to Install a Second Story Window?
Second-floor windows are a part of every house. There is nothing to be surprised about these windows because the second-floor dwellers need to see what’s outside and vice versa. But how high is a second-story window? Well, we will talk about that later!
First, You Need Some Materials Such as:
-A ladder; -Saw; -Nails; -Piece of wood (4×8), preferably pine or another lumber with holes on the lengthwise side; -Other pieces of lumber (2×4) to attach the platform; And other tools required for home repairs, carpenter work, etc.
Now let’s build the window frame! Start by cutting all four sides of the piece of wood (4×8) to make it look like a rectangle. Remember, the sides should be cut at 45° angles on both ends.
Next, you need to take other pieces of lumber (2×4) and nail them into the bottom side as two small beams with lengths equal to 1/3rd of the first board’s width. Nail also the four sides beams with nails to look like an ‘X’ from above. Another way is to attach these beams in a hook-like form so that their top points are at a 90° angle with each other and then nail them all together. The main idea here is not how you fix these beams but what the base will look like.
We’re almost done building a second-story window; we need to attach it to its place and then do something about that little gap between sill and ground or sidewalk. For this, you can use some other pieces of wood (2×4), wooden beams, or even cement blocks. It depends on your needs, but one thing should be noticed: find the right length for blocks because they must be fixed onto the sill without touching the ground!
Conclusion
If you want to make your own second-floor window, therefore how high is a second-story window? Then this article is the answer! This nice and useful home project will cost you almost nothing but time and patience. If you have some problems regarding the installation, you can always seek help from experts. Ensure proper safety while you are performing installation tasks. Thank you, and have a good day!
Angela Ervin
Angela is the executive editor of DIY quickly. She began her career as an interior designer before applying her strategic and creative passion to lifestyle and home. She has close to 15 years of experience in creative writing and online content strategy for housekeeping, home decorations as well as other niche efforts. She loves her job and has the privilege of working with an extraordinary team. She lives with her husband, two sons, and daughter in Petersburg. When she's not busy working she spent time with her family.
