What a tilt and turn window costs in 2026
A tilt and turn window does two jobs from one handle: turn it part way and the sash tilts inward at the top for secure trickle ventilation; turn it fully and the whole sash swings inward like a door. That dual mechanism is more complex than a plain casement, which is why it costs more. In the calculator above, set the style to Tilt and Turn and the per-window figure moves up accordingly. A uPVC tilt and turn costs £500 to £1,200 fully fitted in 2026, with a typical figure around £850, while an aluminium one, which is the popular pairing for this style, starts from around £1,000.
The style is most at home on flats, apartments and modern builds, partly for the clean look and partly for safety: because the sash opens inward, you never have to lean out to clean the outside pane. If you are still weighing styles rather than pricing one, compare the casement baseline on our double glazing costs page first.
| Tilt and turn | uPVC | Aluminium | Timber |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per window, fitted | £500–£1,200 | £680–£1,620 | £950–£2,280 |
| Typical | ~£850 | ~£1,000+ | ~£1,500 |
Source: DGCC 2026 consensus (uPVC tilt and turn); aluminium +35% and timber +90% as applied across the site. Aluminium tilt and turn is a 2026 Best Buy at around £1,000.
uPVC or aluminium tilt and turn
uPVC is the value route and works perfectly well, but the tilt and turn is one of the few styles where aluminium genuinely earns its keep. Slim aluminium frames maximise the glass on a large opening and last 30 to 40 years, which is why aluminium tilt and turn is one of our 2026 Best Buys. Price the slim-frame option in the aluminium window calculator, and if you are comparing it against the cheapest hinged option, the casement window calculator sets the floor. For a vertical-sliding period look instead, use the sash window calculator.
The verdict on tilt and turn windows
A tilt and turn costs more than a casement, but for flats, upper floors and modern homes the inward cleaning and the secure tilt position justify it. In aluminium it is a clear Best Buy where the look matters.
Worth it Tilt and turn: worth it for flats, upper floors and slim-frame aluminium designs.
I always recommend tilt and turn for flats above the first floor. You cannot safely clean a normal casement from inside a third-floor flat, but a tilt and turn swings in and you do it from your living room. Pair it with aluminium and it will outlast the building lease.
Tom Bradley, FENSA-registered installer
Frequently asked questions
A uPVC tilt and turn window costs £500 to £1,200 fully fitted in 2026, with a typical figure around £850. An aluminium tilt and turn, the popular choice for this style, runs from around £1,000 fitted per window.
The hardware is the reason. A tilt and turn uses a more complex multi-position mechanism so the window can tilt inward at the top or swing fully open like a door, plus heavier hinges. That mechanism adds cost over a simple hinged casement.
Yes. Because the sash opens inward, you can clean the outside glass from inside, which makes tilt and turn windows a sensible choice for flats and upper floors where outside access is difficult or unsafe.
Often, yes. Aluminium tilt and turn is one of our 2026 Best Buys at around £1,000 fitted: slim sightlines, a 30 to 40 year life and easy inside cleaning. It is worth the premium where the look and longevity matter.