:: Vinyl versus aluminum
There are a great many benefits to our vinyl windows, patio doors, sunrooms and patio rooms over the aluminum used by many other manufacturers.
| VINYL | ALUMINUM |
|---|---|
| Will not rot, rust, pit or corrode. | Will scratch and oxidize. |
| Ultra-violet inhibitors prevent fading and discoloration. Virtually maintenance-free. | Can discolor, and fade. Regular maintenance, and touchup required. |
| Energy loss: 1.3 BTU’s per hour(over 1,000 times less) | Energy loss: 1,416 BTU’s per hour |
| Mullion u-brackets secure panels togetherare hidden to make a smoother view. | Uses hundreds of visible sheet metal screws. |
| Hidden brackets and exterior drainskeep the vinyl unaffected by rain. | Screws on the exterior can causerust streaks from rain run-off. |
| Warm in the winter, and cool in the summer. | Warm in the summer, and cool in the winter. |