Vinyl is one of the most commonly use materials when it comes to building construction. From flooring to exterior siding, just about anything can be built out of vinyl, and this is certainly true with residential windows. Vinyl has long been used in window construction because it is reliable. However, many people have the mistaken impression that vinyl is a cheaper material and/or that it looks like plastic. This article clears up some of those misconceptions and explains why vinyl is still a great material for pretty much any window replacement.
Vinyl Looks Better Than Ever
Many people confuse vinyl with PVC and don't realize when they are looking at vinyl. This is partly due to the fact that vinyl has come such a long way. Many of the modern vinyl replacement windows are made with such realistic prints and finishes that it is hard to tell that they are made out of vinyl. For example, fake wood finishes are very popular for residential properties. Often the faux wood finishes on vinyl windows have highly detailed, multi-colored prints, and they also have a 3D texture. You can feel a texture that lines up with the feel of real wood grains and knots. Also, modern vinyl products don't have the plastic-like shine that many people find to be unattractive. From a few feet away, most people can't even tell the difference between vinyl and real wood windows.
Vinyl Is More Functional Than Ever
Vinyl is also more functional than ever because it is super durable and easy to clean and has great insulation ratings. You can find properly insulated vinyl windows for even the most severe climates and regions. Best of all, vinyl maintains its durability and insulation rating over the years, and you don't need to spend a ton of money trying to keep it up. Vinyl doesn't rust. You don't need to worry about warping. Vinyl is 100% waterproof. Vinyl is scratch resistant. Any way you look at it, vinyl is easy to own.
With the advancement of vinyl technology, there is an increasing amount of different vinyl products to choose from. It is easier to find all the right sizes and styles for just about any building. This means designers and architects keep coming back to vinyl because there are really no limits.
As you can see, vinyl is still a great material for just about any residential window replacement project. Contact a window company to learn more about your options for replacement windows.
