Types of Window - Material Flashcards by Rachel Stroschein

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Benefits of Wood Windows

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Attractive Appearance When new

structurally sound

Non-Conductive frame

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Disadvantages of Wood Windows

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Mold Friendly

expansion and contraction

Soft-new growth (wood Rot Quickly)

Very Expensive ($3500+ each)

Regular maintenance required

Limited Warranties

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Benefits of Fiberglass/Composite Windows

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Solid Linear Strength

relatively low maintenance

more temperate stable than wood

Larger selection of colors and styles

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Disadvantages of Fiberglass/Composite Windows

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high Cost ($3500+)

Blend of Wood, Chips, Saw dust and Vinyl

Absorbs Moistue Like Cardboard

Corners Screwed together

High Air Infiltration rates .23 CFM

Very limited warranty

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Benefits of Regrind Vinyl

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Initially inexpensive ($800-$1500)

easy to find

lower maintenance initially

custom sizes often available

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Disadvantages of Regrind Vinyl

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Pre-Aged

Rapid Discoloration

Weak Structural Integrity

Low Impact Resistance

Often Screwed together

very limited warranty

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Benefits of Virgin Vinyl

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Better Quality Vinyl than regular

improved structural integrity

relatively stain resistant

low maintenance

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Disadvantages of Virgin Vinyl

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Bulky (30% Less Glass)

Expensive ($2500 to $3500)

Uninsulated

inevitable degradation & discoloration

poor appearance and sight lines

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