Does the Summer Affect Window Parts?
Posted in Window Parts, on August 10, 2023
In Canada, summer is short lived, spanning just over a couple of months. Despite its brief timeframe, the effects of heatwaves, wind storms, humidity, and rainy nights can have a much longer-lasting impact on our buildings and their hardware. What sometimes goes unnoticed is our window parts. Crank handles, window locks, hinges, operators, and other window parts are what work together to enable functionality among windows. When they become damaged or cannot function as expected, the entire window becomes compromised. Summer weather can contribute to the downfall or malfunction of window parts, especially after months of harsh weather. If your window is in need of repair or replacement hardware, shop at a trusted window parts supplier like the Window Hardware Company. With thousands of parts in stock in a variety of models and colours, you can count on our team for all your AmesburyTruth window hardware needs.
If you’re concerned about the effect of summer on your windows, read on.
Humidity & Moisture
During the warmer months of the year, there tends to be an increase in humidity as a result of more wet weather and more heat. Rain falls are more intense and frequent, eventually damaging windows which serve as a barrier between the outside and indoor environment. As moisture accumulates on the window it can seep in. Over time this can lead to wood rot in wooden window frames or mold, as well as rust with iron window parts. Managing humidity can be difficult with an influx of wet weather. Despite our best efforts it can quickly take a toll on your windows. If your window hardware is starting to deteriorate, becoming moldy or rusty, it’s best to source replacement window hardware sooner rather than later. At the Window Hardware Company, we stock premium AmesburyTruth window hardware which are electronically statically coated with zinc die-casting to eliminate rust and prevent degradation for long-lasting window functionality and indoor comfort.
Heat & UV Rays
When the temperature fluctuates it can cause some materials of doors and windows to expand in the summer, and contract in the winter. In the summer this can lead to a more difficult time operating windows from turning the crank to sealing the sash or releasing it. This expansion with the heat can lead to some window parts warping or eroding and becoming unusable, especially when they’re made with less durable materials. Ultraviolet light or UV rays emitted by the sun is also known to have a bleaching effect, which can not only interfere with how the windows look but it will slowly contribute to warping from the heat.
Windy Days
Hot summers often mean windy summers, especially in cities adjacent to large bodies of water like the Great Lakes or coastal towns that border the Atlantic and Pacific ocean. On windy days strong gusts can blow sashes open. Alternatively, it can lift debris and crash into window hardware which can change its shape and functionality.
Shop Replacement AmesburyTruth Window Hardware
At the Window Hardware Company, we pride ourselves on offering durable and long-lasting replacement AmesburyTruth window hardware, from replacment crank handles to operators and hinges, across Canada and the United States. Shop our selection online today and get your windows back in working condition.
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