Addressing the Common Problems of Picture Windows

Today, many homeowners want to find ways to get the outdoors indoors. They look for ways to incorporate greenery into their home, from potted plants to wood decor. Some also take advantage of picture windows to frame a breathtaking view of the great outdoors. Simple efforts like these can go a long way in maintaining a healthy, inviting and refreshing living spaces.

While picture windows are known to be energy-efficient because they’re inoperable, they have their own drawbacks. This includes heat gain and taxing maintenance. That’s why at Renewal by Andersen® of New Jersey-New York Metro, we’ve developed solutions to address these issues. This way, you can enjoy the complete benefits of your units. Here’s how:

Heat Gain

Picture windows have an expansive glass area, which maximizes the daylight that enters your home. This also translates into unwanted heat gain. Your cooling systems may have to exert more effort to maintain your preferred temperature, leading to higher utility costs.

With the advanced qualities of our windows, this won’t be a problem. We use Fibrex® composite frame and High-Performance™ Low-E4® glass. They reduce heat transfer while maintaining an airtight seal, so your home stays cozy and efficient all year round. They also block harmful UV rays to protect your furnishings against fading.

Maintenance

Maintenance is both a pro and con for picture windows. While they are easy to clean indoors since don’t have movable components, cleaning them from outside is a different story. This is especially true when they’re installed on an upper floor.

Fortunately, our picture windows are virtually maintenance-free. Just like with our casement windows, their glass panes come with metal oxide coatings that can greatly reduce water spotting. Furthermore, our window frames don’t decay, rot or corrode. There’s no need to scrape or paint them to preserve their good looks.

With our innovative units, all that is left for you to do is to admire your sunset views or lush surroundings from the comfort of your home. To learn more about the features and benefits of our picture windows, give us a call at (866) 609-5033. You may also complete our form for a free estimate. We serve Staten Island and surrounding communities in NJ.