Windows · by style
Tilt and turn windows
A tilt and turn window opens two ways from one handle: tilt it in at the top for ventilation, or turn the handle further and it swings into the room like a door. That makes it easy to clean from inside, and a good choice for upstairs rooms and flats.
Is it right for your home?
Suits
- Flats and upstairs rooms where the outside is hard to reach
- Bedrooms that need a large escape opening
- Modern and continental-style houses
Good points
- Cleans from inside
- Secure ventilation when tilted
- Large clear opening when turned
Watch out for
- Swings into the room, so blinds and furniture need room
- Dearer than a plain casement
What tilt and turn windows cost
Tilt and turn windows typically cost £650 (one uPVC tilt and turn window), with most jobs between £450 and £1,100. That includes VAT at 20%. Fitting takes 2–4 hours on site.
What you would actually pay
Typical one uPVC tilt and turn window · UK- Typical installed cost Tilt and turn windows, supplied and fitted
- £542
- VAT at 20% Standard rate
- £108
- Net cost to you
- £650
If you borrowed £650.00 over 36 months at 0.0%, it would cost £18.06 a month – £650.00 in total, of which £0.00 is interest. The last payment would be £17.90.
Illustration only – not a quote, not an offer of credit, and not financial advice. Rates depend on your circumstances and creditworthiness.
Where the money goes
| Element | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Window A made-to-measure uPVC tilt and turn window with double glazing and a multipoint lock. | £360 – £900 |
| Fitting Removing the old window and fitting the new frame square, so the sash tilts and turns freely. | £90 – £200 |
Guide prices including VAT. Your actual cost depends on your home, access and specification.
What moves the price
- Size
Tilt and turn windows are often large, and the hardware has to carry the sash on one corner, so bigger windows cost noticeably more.
- Material
uPVC is the cheapest. Aluminium and timber versions cost considerably more.
- Glass
Triple glazing and acoustic glass are common upgrades on this style and add to the price.
What should be in a quote
If a quote is missing any of these, ask why before you compare it with another.
- The size of each window and which way it opens
- The frame profile or brand, and its colour inside and out
- The glass: its energy rating or U-value, and toughened glass where it is needed
- Removal of the old windows and making good inside
- FENSA or CERTASS registration, so the work is certified
- The guarantee on frames, glass and hardware
Prices by region
Labour is most of the difference. Typical price (one uPVC tilt and turn window), including VAT.
| Region | Typical | vs UK average |
|---|---|---|
| London | £810 | +25% |
| South East | £760 | +17% |
| South West | £710 | +10% |
| East of England | £690 | +6% |
| West Midlands | £670 | +4% |
| Scotland | £660 | +2% |
| East Midlands | £650 | UK average |
| Yorkshire and the Humber | £650 | UK average |
| North West | £640 | −2% |
| North East | £620 | −5% |
| Wales | £610 | −6% |
| Northern Ireland | £570 | −12% |
Common questions
Do tilt and turn windows count as fire escape windows?
They can, because the turn position gives a large clear opening. The opening must still meet the escape size and height rules for the room.
Are tilt and turn windows secure when tilted?
They are designed to be, with the sash held open only a little at the top. Lock them fully when you go out.
Get quotes for your home
A guide price only takes you so far. Local firms can price the work on your own home, and comparing a few quotes is the quickest way to see what is reasonable.
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