Choosing Efficiency First

If you need to replace the windows in your older home, you may have started measuring the frames and discovered that most of them have varying sizes which would make ordering prefabricated replacement windows impossible. Because of this, you may be thinking about having custom windows installed. However, besides having windows that fit, there are a couple of advantages to having your windows customized.

1.  You Get to Determine the Energy Efficiency of the Windows

If your windows are the ones that were installed when your home was originally built, they may be the type with single-pane pieces of glass surrounded by a wooden frame. If this is the case, one of the reasons why you may be looking to replace them is that they are not energy-efficient.

With only one thickness of glass and gaps in the frame where it is warping, you are most likely losing a lot of hot and cold air, making your furnace and air conditioner run harder and causing your energy bills to skyrocket.

However, when it comes time to order custom windows, you can determine the level of energy efficiency they have. You can choose from windows with two or three panes to give extra layers of insulation. And, if you go with vinyl frames, these create a tight seal that helps minimize the exchange of air from your home's interior with the outside world.

2.  You Can Order Them With Tinted Glass

Another advantage of ordering customized windows for your home is that you may have the option for having them come with tinted glass. You can either have all of the windows in your home tinted or only the ones in certain rooms.

For example, if you have a formal living room or dining room, you may have expensive upholstered furniture with rich colors. However, if the ultraviolet rays of the sun beat down on these every day, the colors will fade unless you keep the curtains closed, which would reduce the amount of natural light in your house.

However, if you request to have the glass tinted with a UV-blocking film, you can keep the windows open without having to worry about your furniture fading. You can still have the natural light without sacrificing the beauty of your home's furnishings. 

When it comes time to replace your home's older, asymmetrical windows, you have several options available to you when requesting them. For more information, contact a company that offers custom window products to discuss your options.