Vinyl Window makes Wood Obsolete
Did you know that one vinyl window manufacturer, Simonton, is in direct competition with wood windows? By introducing the Decorum Line, Simonton Windows allows a homeowner to enjoy the benefit of a vinyl window without a white vanilla window experience.
Now they can have the same options as high end wood windows, like oil rubbed bronze hardware, natural cherry finish, satin hardware or maple interior. The options are endless and the beauty is staggering.
Historically Simonton has been known for their well built windows that consistently win builders awards. They even did the unimaginable by winning the JD Power award for customer satisfaction two years in a row. Now they have invested their energy in producing a wood looking product that is undeniably wood and yet it is vinyl. Check out Simonton’s spinning wheel to help you create the distinctive look for your home remodeling project.
Wood windows are not going the way of the dinosaur. In fact Eikenhout sells many of them each year. But Simonton’s Decorum Line has certainly created a niche for those who want the benefits of vinyl and yet the gorgeous look of wood, all with custom hardware.
2 Responses to “Vinyl Window makes Wood Obsolete”
Leave a Reply
Eikenhout News
- November 22, 2011
Fall Protection Seminar
- November 16, 2011
Your invitation to the “Day with Dave” Seminar
- November 15, 2011
Consumers Energy Rebate
- October 31, 2011
News and Promo’s for October 31, 2011
- October 24, 2011
Monday Morning Email Club October 24, 2010
Owner Blog
- July 1, 2011
Traditions and Fourth of July
- January 24, 2011
Back Roads of Michigan by Mike Chase
- December 14, 2010
Christmas and Trains by Greg
- November 14, 2010
Deer Hunting Success
- July 26, 2010
Don’t Blink by Mike Chase
The August Blog on Window installation was POWERFUL!!! This is much different than new construction framers have put in windows for the last 10 years. I am finding alot of failures ion sheathing because there is no drain plain for the water to follow above the windows. The water is locked in behind the house wrap and the window tape doesn’t let the water out , hence the wood rots above the windows and leaks also. I think it would have been better to loosely staple the house wrap over the window tape at the top so water can get out when trapped behind the house wrap.
We have certainly seen that failure to flash correctly has led to disastrous results. Thanks for your idea. Most of the time, if the house wrap is installed correctly there shouldn’t be any problems as you were describing. Keep up the good work of being a reputable and conscientious contractor in Michigan.