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The Nitty Gritty on Vinyl Windows
If vinyl windows borrowed a slogan it would be “You’ve come a long way, baby.” Once considered an inferior product, vinyl windows are no longer the step-child of the replacement window industry, and are a popular choice for folks looking to improve their home without breaking the bank. If you choose vinyl replacement windows, you’ll find them to be a high quality product that is low to no maintenance.
Energy Efficient Windows
Vinyl replacement windows don’t really insulate like wood, but their design helps the frame’s insulating value. Vinyl windows operate in a similar fashion to double-pane glass, which has a space between two sheets of glass for insulation. Vinyl windows have hollow frames with several channels to add strength and trap air. The factory weather-stripping in vinyl windows helps prevent air leakage around the sash.
What's Your Style?
You can give your house windows a facelift with a variety of vinyl styles, such as single hung, double hung, horizontal sliders, or bay windows. Some companies also offer glass block windows in vinyl frames. Many vinyl windows are made in regional factories so you can order custom sizes with little problem, allowing you to fit any rough opening. Some companies even offer simulated interior wood finishes like oak and cherry. Insulated windows will have glass with a low U-value, which measures the resistance of heat loss or heat gain. Glass that contains insulating gases will help slow heat transfer and block outside noises. Vinyl replacement windows with the Energy Star label have been certified by the National Fenestration Rating Council.
Replacing windows is one of those projects everyone wants to put off. But even if you don’t have a huge budget, vinyl replacement windows give you a variety of options for giving your home a facelift and improving its value.
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About the Author
Francine L. Huff is a freelance journalist, the author of The 25-Day Financial Makeover: A Practical Guide for Women, and has appeared on a variety of TV and radio shows.