New Windows: Choosing The Right Frame

So you have decided to give your home a facelift and update its look with beautiful new crisp white windows

. With countless styles to choose from including bay windows, double-hung, sliding, bow, crank and glass block just to name just a few, selecting the perfect windows for your home may seem an impossible task. And, after you decide on the style, you will have to choose a framing option.

Picking a window frame may seem more of a cosmetic decision than anything else, but the fact is that frame design and material can have a significant impact on the energy efficiency and maintenance required of your new white windows. Your budget will also be factored in when making the choice.

Here are the frame materials you'll likely be choosing from:

Composite frames. Composite window frames are constructed using composite wood products like laminated strand lumber or particle board. They can be painted like real wood and are often more durable and decay-resistant than wood. However, they are a pricey choice.

Wood frames. Wood is the traditional product for window frames. It insulates well and can be painted any color you choose. Wood does require significant maintenance to avoid rot and decay and is often heavier and thicker than other frames, which can reduce the amount of light that enters a room. Many manufacturers now offer aluminum- or vinyl-clad wood frames which make the wood more durable.

Vinyl frames. Vinyl frames are among the least expensive and easiest to maintain of all window frames. They never need painting and have good moisture resistance. Colors other than white windows may fade over time.

Aluminum or metal frames. Aluminum and metal frames are very strong, but they are expensive and conduct heat quickly. A thermal break can help reduce the heat flow.

Your windows can become the focal point of your rooms and add significant value and curb appeal to your home, so before you select your perfect white windows, you'll want to be sure you consider all the options.

by: QW HON

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