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ADVANTAGES OF WINDOWS REPLACEMENT ON TIME!

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sarah melson
ADVANTAGES OF WINDOWS REPLACEMENT ON TIME!

As with every Vinyl Replacement Windows, the better informed you are about the window materials, accompanying products and services you will need, the more closely the project’s outcome will meet your expectations.

Because of constantly Replacement Windows Calgary, it’s important to let go of your preconceived notions about the best window materials to use. What was once considered standard “go-to” materials for window manufacturers in the past, may no longer even meet today’s stringent energy certification requirements.

Which material is best for your window replacement project?

Below are the most-popular window materials being used. Each comes in a variety of shapes, sizes and colour options to meet most any application. Each material also has pros and cons that should be considered before deciding which will work best for your specific project.

The Old Standby Wood

Wood has been the construction material-of-choice for thousands of years, so it’s no wonder that homeowners consider it first when deciding what type of Windows and Doors Calgary you required

Advantages of Wooden Windows:

  • It’s a natural resource, environmentally sustainable, renewable and can be fabricated into a variety of shapes and sizes.
  • It offers the best insulation value low heat and cold transfer.
  • Wood is extremely strong and durable. It actually gets harder over time so can last for years.
  • Can be painted or stained to match any exterior decor colour.
  • Can provide a better return on investment as it is preferred by many home buyers for its natural beauty and warmth.

Disadvantages of Wooden Windows:

  • It’s more costly than other materials.
  • Requires regular maintenance sanding, painting, staining, caulking, and cleaning.
  • Susceptible to rotting, mold and mildew from sun and weather conditions if not properly maintained.

A Combination Material Wood Clad

To reduce the maintenance needed for wood replacement windows, manufacturers offer extruded aluminum-, vinyl- or fiberglass-clad products. While these are the most expensive materials offered, wood windows that are bonded during the manufacturing process provide significant benefits.

Advantages of Wood-Clad Windows:

  • Extremely weather-resistant.
  • Low maintenance only cleaning is needed.
  • Available in a wide range of colour coatings or can be painted.
  • Real wood remains on the interior for staining or painting.
  • Energy-efficient glazing options available like triple-pane glass.

Disadvantages of Wood-Clad Windows:

  • May be more susceptible to rotting as moisture can infiltrate through unsealed edges or be sealed in during the manufacturing process. Temperature changes can make this condition worse through expansion and contraction where the moisture stays on the wood and can contribute to rotting, mold or mildew. This will shorten the life of the window and require a full-frame replacement.
  • More expensive than all other materials.
  • Onsite capping may need to be done for aluminum-clad windows which will increase installation times. The material must be bent by hand, so it may not fit properly or have a clean finish.
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