Been going back and forth on window materials for our remodel. Composite seems pretty appealing, you know, with the energy efficiency and all that. But aluminum has that sleek, modern look I kinda dig. Plus, I've heard aluminum is pretty durable and low-maintenance, which is a big plus because honestly, who has time to baby their windows?
Anyway, figured I'd toss up a quick poll to see what most folks around here prefer. Just curious if people lean more towards composite for the insulation and eco-friendly vibe, or aluminum for the style and toughness factor. Or maybe there's something I'm totally missing here... wouldn't be the first time, lol.
Poll:
- Composite windows (energy savings ftw)
- Aluminum windows (sleek and sturdy)
- Honestly haven't thought about it much
- Other (tell me below)
"Or maybe there's something I'm totally missing here... wouldn't be the first time, lol."
Actually, you might wanna check out fiberglass windows too. They're kinda like the best of both worlds—energy-efficient like composite but also pretty sleek and durable. Had them installed a couple years back, and honestly, they've been rock solid without needing much attention. Plus, they handle temperature swings really well, which is great if you're into energy savings (and who isn't these days?). Just throwing another option into your window-shopping mix...
Good call on fiberglass windows—I looked into those too when I was deciding. A couple things stood out to me:
- Fiberglass frames expand and contract less than aluminum, so fewer worries about seals breaking down over time.
- They're pricier upfront compared to aluminum, but the energy savings might balance it out long-term.
- Installation quality matters a ton, though... heard some mixed reviews from neighbors who went cheap on installers. Just something to keep in mind.