Replacement Window Parts for Vinyl Windows
Posted in Window Parts, on January 05, 2023
There is no one material that is used for window frames or window parts. Common materials include composite, wood, aluminum, fibreglass, and vinyl windows. While each material has its own benefits, they each also have downfalls. As they break down over time, they eventually affect the functionality and quality of your window parts. When your window stops working as intended, you can conveniently shop for replacement AmesburyTruth window parts online from The Window Hardware Company. We ship across Canada and deliver high-quality hardware from hinges and operators to locks right to your door.
Vinyl windows are one of the most common materials. Here is what you need to know about finding replacement window parts.
Benefits of Vinyl Windows
For many reasons, vinyl windows are a common choice in buildings throughout the country. Some metal windows made with iron or other iron alloys like steel degrade quickly from corrosion when exposed to oxygen, but vinyl windows don’t rust. As a result, vinyl windows preserve a neat and aesthetically pleasing appearance that looks good even as the window ages.
Vinyl windows offer better energy efficiency than alternative materials, which are often chosen for green initiatives and eco-friendly incentive programs. Furthering their sustainability, vinyl window parts can typically be recycled and repurposed when they reach the end of their lifespan. While vinyl windows can last up to 20 years, they are also vulnerable to damage. When window parts break down, you can find compatible replacement AmesburyTruth window parts online. For help finding the best hardware, talk to the team at The Window Hardware Company.
How Vinyl Windows Become Damaged
Generally, vinyl windows are exceptionally durable, but under certain conditions and environmental factors, they can falter and interfere with the performance of individual window parts. One of the most common problems with vinyl windows is warping. Warping occurs when excessive heat softens the materials and leaves them to become malleable as it virtually melts.
When vinyl windows are exposed to fluctuating temperatures, fast changes from heat to freezing conditions can alter how the frame fits around window parts. Over time, a deformation that results from heat exposure or swift temperature shifts can change how window parts sit in the entire mechanism and how they function. Sometimes, awning and casement hinges can get stuck, or operators can get loose and change how the window moves. If the window frame is intact but adjusting hardware has caused damage, you can find thousands of AmesburyTruth parts online.
The second way that vinyl windows and window hardware becomes damaged is from mishandling, physical damage, and installation mistakes. Blunt force contact can break off window parts like crank handles and locks that stick out, or because window parts are designed to move, strong winds can overextend hinges or even window operators.
Shop Replacement AmesburyTruth Window Parts
Even the most durable windows can break down sometimes. Still, with high-quality replacement window parts engineered for longevity, durability, and performance, you can shop our selection of thousands of parts online at the Window Hardware Company. Our AmesburyTruth window parts are compatible with vinyl windows and other materials.
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