Do you want to replace your old drafty windows with new energy-efficient units? That would be a great move! New units not only save you some money on energy bills but also bring you a boost in property value and enhance your house design. But what if you want windows that are different from all standard offers? Well, in this case, you need something extra and individual.
Our team has made a market analysis and concluded that Ecoline Custom windows are the best units if your house design needs something unique and unusual. Want to know more? Keep reading!
What are custom windows?
Well, to put it in a nutshell, custom windows are units that differ from standard windows in any way – size, colour, frames, glazing, etc. You literally can customize your windows just like you wish to match your house’s interior, exterior, and overall design.
Custom window styles
Well, if you are shopping for new windows, you probably know that there are many popular window styles available – casement, awning, sliders, hung windows, and others. But can they all be called custom? Well, yes and no. While the mentioned units above are the most well-known styles, if, for example, they differ in sizes (for your rough opening) or in the way of opening, these units can be called custom. Basically, when dealing with a reliable window company, you can customize any of your new units as you wish – choosing the painting, glazing, frames and even hardware to complement your design. But this, of course, takes extra time and money.
Quite often, homeowners just go with the stocked windows that do not require to be specifically produced and customized. You just come, order, pay and get your windows installed in several days. But, to be honest, this does not really work well when you want your new windows to serve you for years, matching your design and increasing your house value.
Are there any non-standard window styles to go with?
Sure, if your rough opening or home design allows you to go with popular units(even if they are custom), you can opt for unique window designs such as:
- half round
- extended
- left trapezoid
- right trapezoid
- octagon
- triangle
Just to name a few. Going with these windows is especially good for newly built houses where you want some unique design. Of course, picking such styles is more expensive due to extra time for production and additional labour force for installation. But the best part about these units is that they will perfectly complement your exterior, providing a wow effect.
What can you customize when buying new windows?
Well, as mentioned above, there are many aspects homeowners can customize as they wish when choosing non-standard units.
Glazing
Living in a zone with a harsh climate? Choose triple glazing. Standard units often go with double glazing, but this cannot be an option for the colder regions. Triple glazing drastically increases your new units’ thermal performance by up to 50% more energy efficient than other windows.
Frames and painting
These two aspects determine how great your new units will look. While you can choose many window frames, we strongly recommend going with Vinyl since it does not require frequent maintenance and is very affordable compared to other frames such as wood or aluminum.
When it comes to painting, besides standard options like White, Commercial Brown, Black, Cream or others, you can request a fully custom painting to complement your existing décor. Your new custom windows can be painted from inside and outside.
What else?
The mentioned above points are just a few among those you can customize and bring a unique touch. You can go even further by changing hardware, locks, handles, insulation and many more aspects.
But what is important here is to find a reliable window company to deal with since even the best custom windows will not serve you for long if installed poorly. That is why make sure:
- Your installer follow the CSA guidelines and your local building code;
- You buy only Energy Star-rated windows. This ensures your units are energy-efficient and will last for many years;
- Your window company offers only in-house installers that are skilled and have previous experience with projects similar to yours;
- To check the reviews from real-customer views. Go to sites like HomeStar where you have a clear picture of the company’s experience and how other homeowners like the products and installation;
- To ask as many questions as possible to ensure you get the units that work best for your house and complement your house design and décor.
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