Were there windows in every home during the Middle Ages?

Houses in the Middle Ages did have windows, but for most people, these windows were simply a small opening to let some light in. Wooden shutters were used to block the wind. Windows in these houses were typically quite small. Often they were simply holes in the wall. read more

Houses in the Middle Ages did have windows, but for most people, these windows were simply a small opening to let some light in. Wooden shutters were used to block the wind. read more

There was also the threat of pillagers and windows were kept small so that the people that lived in the home could see what was outside, but it would be difficult for those outside to see into the home. Home Size. The average Middle Ages houses were extremely small and housed the entire family. read more

Instead, the windows were open, and could be closed with a shutter. Many houses had window-like holes high in the walls to vent smoke from the fire on the hearth, because they had no chimney, and such vents were not closed for weather because they had to stay open for the fire. read more