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Vinyl windows in general have several advantages over windows framed in aluminum, fiberglass, and wood. They’re energy efficient and easy to install and maintain. Great insulating ability means more heat kept in during the winter and more heat kept out in the summer. “Vinyl” windows are made of polyvinyl chloride, or PVC, which has a high R-value. R-value is a number assigned to a material indicating how well it insulates.

The higher the R-value, the better. In many cases, replacing existing windows with vinyl ones can produce a positive return on investment within a few years. Vinyl windows resist stains, mold, and scratches. The casing won’t fade or deteriorate from ultraviolet rays from the sun, making Earthwise windows last longer than aluminum or wood frame windows.

Earthwise vinyl windows are made to help you conserve energy and reduce heating and cooling costs. Because they block up to 75% of ultraviolet light hitting the windows, these windows make your carpets, drapes, and furniture more resistant to fading. Vinyl is an excellent insulator, and Earthwise windows are specially designed with insulating air chambers, making them an even more effective insulator. An added benefit of well-insulating windows is that they minimize sound transmission. If you live in the city, near train tracks, or on a busy street, this can be a great side benefit.

Thermoses and insulating clothing work because of air trapped in the spaces between layers of materials. But Earthwise windows take insulating a step further by insulating the space between the panes with Argon gas. Argon is six times as dense as regular air and therefore has low thermal conductivity. One of the noble gases, Argon is odorless, colorless, non-toxic, and monatomic, with low reactivity. It is the most abundant of the noble gases (which include Neon, Helium, Xenon, Radon, and Krypton) and therefore cost effective for uses like Earthwise’s use of Argon in thermal windows.

The Energy Star program was started by the U.S. government in 1992 and has been adopted by the EU, Taiwan, New Zealand, Japan, Canada, and Australia. Any appliance or product carrying the Energy Star logo usually uses 20 to 30% less energy than what the federal standards require. Earthwise replacement windows are 40% more efficient than what is required under most national building codes. On average, a household spends more than 40% of its annual energy budget for cooling and heating costs, and installation of Energy Star labeled windows can reduce those costs by up to 32%.

Earthwise Double Hung windows with their Warm Edge insulating glass and Argon between the panes have a U-value of 0.34, which beats even the strictest Energy Star Requirement (which is 0.35 for northern regions of the U.S.)

But energy efficiency isn’t the only thing most people look for in windows. It is important that your house look good for many reasons. Most people take pride in having a house with great “curb appeal” even if they have no plans to sell their house. And most people enjoy the view of their yard and street, and want a clear view through windows that work with their house’s look.

Earthwise replacement windows have taken many steps to ensure that their windows look as great as they work. The sloped sill gently encourages water to run off, while the “soft curve” sash resembles wood window panes. And they are available in two flattering neutral colors: Linen White and Desert Sand.

Earthwise windows are designed with safety and security in mind as well. The tilt-in sashes make for easy cleaning and a larger escape opening for use in emergencies. The integral interlocking meeting rail passes the American Architectural Manufacturers Association Forced Entry Resistance Test, and the Cam Lock and Keeper draws the sash closer together for a positive lock. Standard vent latches allow for ventilation and security.

Vinyl windows have long been known for their energy efficiency. Earthwise vinyl replacement windows go even further than other energy efficient window manufacturers to make sure that you get every possible benefit that vinyl windows can provide. The spaces between panes are filled with Argon gas, which is a better insulator than plain air, and Earthwise windows exceed Energy Star specifications for energy efficiency.

Earthwise replacement windows have earned the Good Housekeeping Seal, and they deliver beautiful windows that keep the climate inside your home as comfortable as possible while helping you keep energy costs low.