Which side would you trust more for quality and style? Curious how you'd decide something like this...
"Which side would you trust more for quality and style? Curious how you'd decide something like this..."
Honestly, I'd probably lean toward the East Coast brands, but that's mostly because my parents' house had these gorgeous windows from a company out of Vermont. They lasted forever and looked amazing even after years of harsh winters. But then again, I've seen some pretty sleek, modern designs coming from the West Coast lately—especially those big, airy windows that let in tons of natural light. I guess it depends on the vibe you're going for. For me, renovating my first home, I'm all about cozy charm with a bit of character, so East Coast feels right. But if I were building something more contemporary or minimalist, I'd probably swing westward. Tough call though...maybe flip a coin? Or better yet, pick whichever side offers free shipping—gotta save where you can when you're renovating, right?
I'd probably go West Coast myself, honestly. When we renovated our place a couple years back, I spent way too many hours researching window specs (yeah, thrilling stuff, I know...). Anyway, what sold me was the energy efficiency and the materials they use out west—lots of fiberglass and composite frames that hold up great in heat and moisture. Plus, I like that modern aesthetic you mentioned; those big picture windows really open up a space nicely.
Don't get me wrong, East Coast craftsmanship is solid, especially if you're into traditional wood frames or colonial-style grids. But after dealing with maintenance headaches on older wooden windows at our previous house, I'm all about practicality these days. Give me low-maintenance materials that look good without constant upkeep. And hey, if it helps shave a bit off the heating bill each winter...even better.
Yeah, West Coast windows are solid for practicality. Just make sure you double-check the UV ratings—big picture windows can fade furniture and flooring pretty quick if you're not careful. Learned that one the hard way...