One of the newest additions in the replacement windows market is composite windows. Combining some of the best features of several different materials, composite replacement windows are durable, weather-resistant, well-insulated against heat and cold, and can be painted to match the exterior of your house.
Composite replacement windows appeared on the market in the 1990s and are increasing their share of the market. They can be made from a number of different materials, but the most common composite windows are constructed from a combination of sawdust, wood chips, and pulverized vinyl that are held together with an epoxy product. Though priced a bit higher than regular vinyl windows, composite replacement windows offer better insulation and allow the option of painting the window, which is why many homeowners are choosing the newer composite windows over standard vinyl.
Another fairly common type of composite replacement windows are fiberglass composite, which combines fiberglass with polyurethane foam for better insulation than windows made from fiberglass alone. Since heat or cold is readily conducted through the frame of the window, the addition of foam insulation to a fiberglass frame can make a big difference in utility bills when the weather is hot or chilly.
Composite replacement windows offer a number of advantages, including:
If you are interested in seeing how composite replacement windows could be a good match for your home remodeling project, the next step is to seek the advice of some reputable local window replacement contractors. Talk to them about the merits of composite replacement windows versus other window materials, and ask them to prepare a written quote for your home. Be sure to check references before making the final selection of the contractor who will perform your window replacement project.