When looking at replacement windows you may be overwhelmed by the amount of options available for your new windows. Between styles and type of glass you can be intimidated by all the decisions and combinations that will need to be made. Here is a short guide of the 3 categories that will allow you to make simple choices rather than complex combinations.
- Glass: First you must decide what kind of glass is right for you. More panes will mean better insulation in your home, but higher cost. You can ask a window company what glass options they have available, and help you decide which is the best combination of cost and benefit.
- Material: Similar to the type of glass the material type for the window is also a cost vs benefit game. The frame itself will help with insulation, so the better the materials and construction the better it can be at insulating. It is worth noting that location and weather conditions may also impact this decision.
- Style: The style for your home may be the hardest decision when thinking about installing new windows. The type of glass and material provide more benefit, but don’t do much for the visual appeal of your home. This is a place to be creative with your windows, so don’t be afraid to get crazy. Even something like custom windows may be on the table, because they may not be much more expensive than non-custom windows and could also bring a lot of positive style to your home.
Replacing the windows on your home is no easy task, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. Instead of being caught up in possibilities and combinations simply take the options one at a time and decide what is right for your new windows.
