Whether you simply want to improve your Toronto home, or it’s time to replace your current doors and windows, you have some important decisions on your hands. One of those decisions is which material is best for your Toronto windows and doors. While there is no “right” or “wrong” answer, some materials just provide more advantages than others. It is true that both wood and vinyl windows have some similar characteristics. For example, they both provide optimum energy efficiency. However, there are also some major differences that are important to consider before making your choice.

Zero Maintenance
Wood windows and doors come with a laundry list of maintenance annoyances like painting, staining, sealing and scraping. If you want to keep your wood windows and doors in top condition, you will need to repaint them every couple of years, which can be very tedious work. Not to mention the supplies you will need to buy like paint, brushes, and sealant. On the other hand, vinyl windows won’t ever need to be stained or painted. So you can forget about spending hours of your weekends on upkeep, and save your time for things you’d rather do instead. In addition, vinyl windows will provide your Toronto home with optimum energy efficiency at all times, which cannot be said of wood windows.

Affordability
A quick check of pricing will reveal that vinyl windows are far more affordable than wood windows. Also, keep in mind that if you want wood windows that offer great benefits, you will have to spend a considerable amount of money. The good news is that vinyl windows are not costly, which allows you to upgrade your house sooner rather than later. This way you can start enjoying the significant energy savings offered by vinyl windows right away. When you invest in a window that is easier on your budget, you get top-quality vinyl windows and doors that are guaranteed to last you for decades.

Customization
In the past, the standard for vinyl windows and doors was white, but today, there are a myriad of options available. For the home owner that prefers the looks of wood, vinyl windows are available in wood grain technology, which offers the appearance and texture of wood with none of the maintenance.

Energy Efficiency
Vinyl is a very poor conductor of temperature. What does this mean for you? It means you won’t need to worry about the outdoor temperature leaking into your home through the window or door frame. Vinyl doors and windows are durable and weather-resistant, so you won’t have to worry about performance loss through the years, like you would with wood windows and doors.

Reduced Noise Pollution
Vinyl doors and windows are great at reducing the transfer of noise, so even while the neighbor’s dog is barking, you can still enjoy the peace and quiet inside your home. Casement and fixed windows are excellent window types for limiting noise pollution even more. Now that you’ve learned about the many advantages vinyl has over wood, your choice should be a very simple task. Brock Doors and Windows have been serving the home owners of Toronto for decades, and we can’t wait to help you with your project!