| Why are fiberglass replacement windows a good | | | | you to save on energy costs. |
| alternative to replace weather damaged window | | | | 6. Temperature Tolerance - the expansion and |
| frames or to use as an upgrade item for home | | | | contraction rate of fibreglass is the same as glass. |
| renovations? | | | | This results in the fibreglass window frame moving at |
| | | | the same rate as the glass it holds which reduces |
| 1. Construction - Fiberglass windows are constructed | | | | pressure on caulking compounds sealing the glass in |
| out of fiberglass cloth and epoxy resins, similar to | | | | the frame and reduces the potential for seal damage |
| modern boat construction techniques. This results in a | | | | and water leaks. |
| smooth, strong finish that can also be painted to | | | | 7. Acoustic Performance - fibreglass frames are likely |
| match wall colour. | | | | to provide better noise cancellation than aluminium |
| 2. Durability - They are more durable than timber and | | | | and metal frames. |
| do not suffer from rust or termite problems. | | | | 8. Aesthetics - Fibreglass frames can be color |
| 3. Long Lasting - Quality fibreglass will not discolor, | | | | matched to suit or contrast with walls and decorating |
| warp, rot, corrode, dent and never needs sanding, | | | | of your home. |
| scraping or painting (unless you decide on a color | | | | 9. Installation - Home installation of your fiberglass |
| change after installation). | | | | replacement windows is a simple operation for the |
| 4. Strength - Fiberglass will lend itself to larger | | | | home handyman. The trick is to accurately measure |
| openings due to greater strength and stiffness | | | | your window opening and double check that |
| properties than vinyl. | | | | measurement against the existing window frame size |
| 5. Eco Friendly - In terms of environmentally | | | | to place your order with the manufacturers. |
| friendliness, fibreglass is a better insulation material | | | | All of these factors add up to the simple and logical |
| than some other alternatives including vinyl window | | | | argument that fiberglass replacement windows are |
| frames and therefore offer energy saving | | | | the best option to for the home owner when |
| advantages which offset the higher cost outlay for | | | | re-modeling or renovating their home to replace old |
| fibreglass. As fiberglass is a poor conductor, hot and | | | | deteriorated window frames with long lasting and |
| cold temperatures are not transmitted through the | | | | maintenance free, replacement windows. |
| window frame to the interior of your home helping | | | | |