If you are thinking about a Denver replacement windows project, composite materials are most likely your best option. Composite windows feature strength, durability, and a sleek appearance. The aluminum, wood, plastics, and vinyl mixture make up a strong frame that imitates wood.
Composite-frame windows are the best type of replacement windows because they are maintenance-free, energy-efficient, and affordable. Moreover, the blend of materials creates a solid core and provides the appearance of natural wood.
There are also many other advantages to choosing composite materials, including that they are thick, provide proper thermal insulation, and can help you save up to 30% on your heating bill. Plus, composite frames are also known for their heat resistance and longevity (because they can last up to four decades).
There are not many disadvantages to (or concerns related to) choosing composite materials, but the main ones include weak transverse properties and the fact that the materials require refrigerated transport and storage, which means that they have limited shelf lives and are more challenging to repair, unlike wood frames.
However, also unlike wood, composites provide the advantage of not being susceptible to moisture damage from mildew, mold, or even rot. Nevertheless, composite materials are more brittle than other materials and are more easily damaged. Finally, composites can be easily repainted, but the paint usually flakes, fades, peels, or chips over time, so it is best to be mindful that choosing composite materials may require a lot of repainting and occasional upkeep.
