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Important Features to Look for in Vinyl Windows

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vinyl windows were first introduced in the market in the 1950s, the technology first appeared in the U.S. in 1964. Vinyl windows didn’t become a player in the new construction market until the late 1980’s. By 2009 vinyl windows accounted for about 60 percent of all window sales.

The manufacturing of vinyl windows has evolved since their inception, to provide consumers with the most Energy Efficient window option in the market today.

Important features to consider when you are shopping for new or replacement windows:

Double or Triple Glazing

Double-glazed windows have a sealed space between two panes of glass filled with argon. Triple-glazing adds a third layer of glass, which reduces noise significantly.

LowE-180 Coating

It’s transparent and improves the efficiency of the glass by reflecting heat yet letting light in. The coating is applied to the inside glass to keep the heat in during the frigid Canadian winter temperatures.

It provides excellent insulating capability, blocking heat loss to the outside and reflecting heat back into the room plus it allows the winter sun’s heat to pass into the home. The dramatic improvement in comfort from windows with warm glass surfaces also means the relative humidity of the indoor air can be controlled and maintained properly. The better insulated the window glass, the warmer your room will be.

Neat® Naturally Clean Glass

Exclusive to Window City our Neat® naturally clean glass harnesses the sun’s UV rays to loosen dirt so water can rinse it away, leaving windows virtually spotless. Your windows will stay cleaner longer and will clean easier.

Homeowners and builders will enjoy the effects that a little sun, rain and Neat glass brings to windows. Not only that, because Neat is applied to Window City’s LoE® 180 coated glazings, homes stay cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.

i89 Glass

All-new at Window City is our new energy-saving surface coated glass that meets the toughest energy guidelines. This new coating will be found on the inside surface (room side) where it reflects the escaping heat back into the room, lowering U-factors. Coupled with our LoE-180 and argon fill, this double pane unit delivers near triple pane performance. What’s more, LoE-i89™ enhanced performance glass is easy to clean and there is no haze to mar the view allowing more light to come into the room.

Window City products are Energy Star® Certified, and tested for AAMA and WDMA/CSA. For More information about the rating criteria and standards for windows and doors visit the Government of Canada’s website

 

 

 

Important Features to Look for in Vinyl Windows was last modified: August 13th, 2021 by Window City
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7 Comments

  1. Guardian Hurricane Protection says:
    June 23, 2017 at 7:51 am

    This is great. Vinyl is a wonderful material for low maintenance window..

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  2. Starhardware says:
    August 14, 2017 at 7:10 am

    Vinyl windows are used widely and are very much durable but still we need to keep a lot of thing in mind before using vinyl windows, the same that you have shared here. Thanks for such a nice post.

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  3. Matilda says:
    August 20, 2018 at 8:57 pm

    Thank you for the excellent article

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  4. Joy Butler says:
    September 16, 2018 at 11:21 pm

    I found it interesting when you said that Double-glazed windows have a sealed space which reduces noise significantly. This is what I want in a vinyl window type. It’s hard for me to sleep when it’s too noisy outside, most especially when raining.

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  5. Sam Li says:
    January 30, 2019 at 6:02 pm

    I like what you said about vinyl windows and how it improves glass efficiency. I think that vinyl windows should be purchased from a reliable seller. If I were to get new windows, I would consider the benefits of implementing vinyl.

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  6. Christiane says:
    April 12, 2019 at 11:27 am

    Thanks, it’s very informative

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  7. Eli Richardson says:
    January 3, 2022 at 10:00 am

    It’s great that you talked about vinyl windows and how to choose one for your needs! Recently, my wife and I decided we’d like to invest in new windows for our home. We believe our house’s curb appeal will improve with new windows, so we’ll be sure to read your tips before choosing them! Thanks for the advice on vinyl windows and why we must look for ones with glazed features!

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