Wood has been the preferred residential window material for many years for its visual appeal and design flexibility. Wood has a rich warm look (even when painted) and because they can be painted or stained, wooden windows offer almost unlimited color options.
Wood is especially appropriate for traditional architecture and interior design styles. It is also easy to order wood replacement windows in custom sizes. The main drawback to wood windows is that they can degrade over time if not properly maintained. Regular painting is required to keep them in good condition.
Wood Clad Replacement Windows
Wood clad windows have either a vinyl or aluminum exterior and a wooden interior. These windows offer the low maintenance benefits of vinyl and aluminum replacement windows and the appeal and flexibility of wood on the interior.
Advantages of Wood Windows
- Visual appeal
- Unlimited color options (paint or stain)
- Less susceptible to warping from temperature extremes
Disadvantages of Wood Windows
- High maintenance (require regular painting)
- Lower thermal performance
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