Windows
Pros and Cons of Common Window Types in Colorado
When shopping for new windows, it’s good to know what window types are available, today. You may currently have sliding windows, but want something different. Below are the common window types, the pros and cons of each, and where each is used, (and shouldn’t be used.) Common Types or Styles of Windows Awning Window Type…
Read MoreUses For Your Old Windows
When we remove your old windows, unless you ask us to leave them behind, we take them to the landfill because often they’re beat-up from the sun or cracked from hail. What’s more, the IGU’s (Insulated Glass Units) are often blown. When an IGU is blown, a window no longer has the insulation properties or…
Read MoreClad Wood Window Options Compared
There are many clad wood window options today to compare. From vinyl to aluminum, and the somewhat new composite cladding, which is right for you? Vinyl clad wood windows are more affordable, fiberglass is stronger, aluminum is most durable. There are many factors to consider before you commit. Below, we weigh the pros and cons…
Read MoreVinyl vs Fiberglass vs Composite Windows
Shopping for new windows can be a little overwhelming, with all the new frame materials available today. When comparing vinyl vs fiberglass vs composite windows, how do you choose the best window material for you? Is one more energy-efficient than another? Is one more durable and longer-lasting than the other? In this article, we’re here…
Read MoreBest Energy-Efficient Windows for Colorado
Shopping for the best energy-efficient windows in Colorado can be confusing. There’s brands to consider, ratings to understand, terms to know, frame materials to think about. It’s enough to make a homeowner’s head spin. But, don’t worry. In this article, we explain in simple terms what energy-efficient windows are, what to look for when shopping…
Read MoreSigns Your Windows Need Replacing
There are many signs your windows need replacing. While some signs are obvious, some are not. A common, yet often overlooked, sign is a high utility bill. Window issues can arise no matter how new your home is. If you’ve been thinking about replacing your windows but you’re not entirely sure it’s necessary, take a…
Read MoreWindow Terminology
Ever gone into a project and discover you just don’t know the ‘Lingo’? At Chateau Glass we do no want that to happen to you! So here are the basic parts of a new unmounted window.
Read MoreAdvantages and Disadvantages of Aluminum Replacement Windows
Aluminum windows are windows made with an aluminum frame, instead of a vinyl or wood frame. Aluminum framed windows are most often used in commercial applications, such as in commercial buildings and business storefronts. Commercial builders prefer aluminum framed windows as they are stronger, more durable, and last longer than other window frames. Aluminum is…
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