When we meet with Minneapolis area homeowners to discuss replacement windows, we find often that wood window frames come up in our discussion. Real wood has a timeless, natural appeal that we certainly understand. But for Minnesota’s climate – as well as the environment – wood windows may not be the best choice.
Our temperature extremes (bitter cold winters, hot summers) as well as moisture from both outdoor humidity and precipitation can be very hard on wood exterior products. In order to keep things like wood windows looking good, a lot of maintenance is required. Regular repainting or re-staining is required, and wood is not as durable as some alternatives such as fiberglass or vinyl.
One of the things that is of paramount importance to us at our Minneapolis replacement window company is to help each customer find the perfect window solution. And often that means accommodating their preference for wood windows. When a homeowner wants a window with the beauty of real wood but is also seeking durability and low maintenance, ProVia Aeris™ windows are often our first recommendation. With this line of windows, real wood is integrated into the interior of the window, while maintenance-free vinyl helps protect the exterior. (Shown here at right is a casement window from this line, stained in ‘Hazelnut.’ Photo courtesy of ProVia.)
ProVia’s patented manufacturing process produces windows that have gorgeous interiors available in a variety of wood stains as well as paint options. Vinyl exterior finishes include neutrals such as white, being, or bronze, as well as multiple paint colors. And with this window line, the insulated frames provide superior energy efficiency to window frames that are just wood.
Like the windows in ProVia’s other window lines, the Aeris™ windows have been independently tested to ensure they meet or exceed standards set by the EPA in the EnergyStar® program. When you choose windows such as these with the EnergyStar® certification, you can be confident you’ve got some of the best windows on the market in terms of saving energy.
So if you’re looking for energy-efficient wood replacement windows for your home, we’d love to talk with you about this window line or any of the other wood-clad windows we install. We think you’ll love the beauty as well as the maintenance-free benefits! Contact us today to set up a no-obligation appointment either in your home or our Savage area window and door showroom.
Window Outfitters is a premier Window Replacement, doors, siding contractor and installer. As Contractor in the St Paul, Minneapolis, (Twin Cities) Minnesota (MN) metro, we proudly serve, but are not limited to, the following areas: Minneapolis Energy Efficient Vinyl Windows, Replacement Window Contractors Minnesota, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Lakeville, Savage, Bloomington, Edina, Richfield, Eagan, St Paul, Hastings, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Eden Prairie, Farmington MN, Chaska, Shakopee, Chanhassen, Victoria, Mendota Heights Anderson Windows Minneapolis, Marvin Windows Minneapolis.
