You’ll find a lot of contradictory advice on the web, including statements that paint will or won’t stick to vinyl and warnings that dark paint will make vinyl window frames warp and fail. But ...

You’ll find a lot of contradictory advice on the web, including statements that paint will or won’t stick to vinyl and warnings that dark paint will make vinyl window frames warp and fail. But ...

Fiberglass windows are up to eight times stronger than vinyl because their frames are reinforced with strong glass fibers. With proper care, fiberglass windows can last 50 years or longer, while ...

Vinyl is the most popular window frame option on the market today, and for good reason. These frames are affordable — about 25% less than wood — durable and non-porous; so, they do not allow ...

You’ll find a lot of contradictory advice on the web, including statements that paint will or won’t stick to vinyl and warnings that dark paint will make vinyl window frames warp and fail. But ...

CR's wind- and rain-resistance tests reveal the best replacement windows, including windows from Andersen, Jeld-Wen, Marvin, Pella, Preservation, and Reliabilt.

For instance, our tests show that some budget-friendly vinyl-frame windows perform better in wind and rain resistance than pricier wood-frame windows.

Keep track of how old the windows are, as well as any repairs that have been done or will be done. You should also inspect the windows at least a couple of times a year for signs of degrading seals, ...

Vinyl-frame windows are typically the least expensive—and typically white. Some models, though, come in limited exterior and interior colors, including laminate finishes that look like wood.

Aluminum and vinyl window frames typically have operating hardware built into the window frame. For example, a single-hung aluminum window may have the lifting handle as part of the window sash ...