When it comes to choosing your windows, you need to look beyond the aesthetics and focus on the glass itself, because it’s the glass that will block the heat in the summer, cold in the winter and allow for an abundance of natural light.
When you’re purchasing windows, be sure to take note of the U-value, which is a measure of how much heat makes it through an assembly (as opposed to an R-value, which is a measure of resistance.)
The lower the U-value of your windows, the more insulation they provide. Look for the latest green window products from top manufacturers like Pella, Andersen and Marvin who continue to come up with new glass technology and product lines that are beautiful, energy efficient and safe.
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