Replacement Window Materials
[ADSENSE_0000000126] Vinyl Replacement Windows
The vinyl window is becoming one of the favorites among replacements. Their appearance is excellant, they save
energy &install easily & pricing is relatively modest compared to other frames. The frame will never lose
its color& never needs painting. Many can be cleaned both sides from inside. Some leading vunyl manufacurers
include Simonton, Hurd & Crystal windows.
Wood Replacement windows
Look for features such as double or triple glazing, glass with reflective coatings & energy star logos.
Consumer magazines reccomend either Pella Proline or Andersen 200 tilt series. These windows are a bit pricier
but are excellant values.
Fiberglass Replacement Windows
Fiberglass windows were the latest to come onto the window market. They are excellant windows &
probably the most expensive but the prices are rapidly becoming more & more competitive. The big
advantage of fiberglass is their strength & they have the insulating qualities of wood windows. So you now have
a fiberglass/wood clad window that will not absorb moisture, will not warp & is totally energy saving tight.
And last but not least the window frame is paintable if you wish to change the color in the future. Top
manufacturers are Andersen, Marvin & Harvey.
Aluminum replacement windows
Aluminum windows are the least expensive & compared to the others have the least going for them. They are
rarely used in homes but find their place in commercial large opening applications.
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