Best Composite Replacement Windows. Typically made of wood fiber and a thermoplastic resin, composite windows look more like wood than vinyl windows do, and they generally cost less than solid ...

CR's wind- and rain-resistance tests reveal the best replacement windows, including windows from Andersen, Jeld-Wen, Marvin, Pella, Preservation, and Reliabilt.

A: Wooden frame replacement windows generally are considered the most attractive, particularly if you prefer a stained or natural wood interior. Also, cutting contours into wood is easy, so ...

Q: I live in a 1980 rancher with original wood, non-tilt, double-hung windows. I was raising the lower sash to let in fresh air when I heard a loud noise, like a metal spring breaking, and the ...

Learn how to choose replacement windows for your home with advice on window types, installation, features and brands including Andersen, Marvin, and Pella.

Question: Our utility bills are sky-high, no doubt due to our old, leaky single-pane wood windows. I like wood windows, but I also want low maintenance. Are wood replacement windows a good idea ...

Dear Jim: I need to install replacement windows and I like the appearance of wood windows. Is wood an efficient window frame material? What style is best for efficiency and the least amount of ...

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The best replacement windows keep out noise and the elements while letting in maximum light. They’re easy to open and clean. And they’re energy efficient, saving you money on utility bills ...

Dear Jim: My old wood windows are leaky, hard to clean, and I imagine they drive up my utility bills. I like the look of wood and plan to install new ones. What should I look for in replacement ...