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Wood,
vinyl and aluminum windows, can result in problems with warping, rotting,
cracking, bowing and shrinking. Fiberglass with its lack of brittleness
and deterioration of surface finish has the highest resistance to warping
& twisting. Frame & sash corners will not separate or crack. Fiberglass
can be subjected to harsh weather conditions and stand the test of time.
Throughout any climatic environment, fiberglass stays rigid and stable
without loss of physical property see other
fiberglass applications
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Besides
physical issues, Fiberglass has outstanding Thermal Performance:
See chart below for "U" and "R" Values
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"U"
Value
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"R"
Value
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Imperial
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Metric
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Imperial
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Metric
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| Fiberglass |
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2.00
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0.30
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5.0
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3.30
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| Vinyl-Rigid |
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1.30
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0.20
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77
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5.0
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1.00
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0.10
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1.00
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10.00
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| Aluminum
(6063) |
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1200
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174
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0.0008
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0.0057
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| Steel
(mild) |
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360
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52
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0.0028
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0.019
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| Glass
(single) |
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1.00
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1.00
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1.00
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1.00
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Finishes:
All exposed surfaces are painted with a 1.5 mil semi-gloss coat
of two-part acrylic/urethane enamel. This paint will not chip, scale,
blister or discolor under most severe weather conditions.
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Fiberglass
comes in a variety of Standard Colors:
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Sandalwood
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White
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Commercial Brown
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Ivory
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Green
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Fiberglass
unlike Aluminum and Vinyl can be painted with a urethane base paint.
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Benefits of Fiberglass: |
Ease
of Installation:
Windows remain square, level & plumb during the installation process. |
Energy
Efficiency:
A 20-40% savings in heating/cooling/energy costs over other window
frame materials.
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Condensation:
Reduction in moisture & condensation, therefor less likely to produce
mold.
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Sound
Transmission:
With tight seals, there is a high resistance to sound transmission,
reducing exterior noise to a minimum. |
Operation:
Resistant to bowing, therefore continuously smooth operation. |
Insulation:
Fiberglass is a natural insulator because it is does not conduct heat
and cold and it doesn't expand or contract. |
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