Some people love the look of wooden windows but don't fully comprehend all of the work that is necessary to keep them looking and working right. Before you invest in wooden windows you need to consider all the maintenance that will be necessary. If you are set on having window sashes that look like wood, you should consider printed vinyl. Vinyl windows, printed with faux wooden grains and colors can look quite convincing. This article explains the other advantages of using vinyl instead of real wooden windows.

Wood Is Hard To Keep Up

The biggest disadvantage of owning wood windows is that the sash needs to be protected against water damage. This requires repeated staining and restaining of the wood over the years. This can be an expensive and time-consuming project that you cannot neglect. In fact, as your window ages, the maintenance becomes more painstaking.

This is something that you never need to be concerned with if you own vinyl windows. Vinyl is largely maintenance-free product because it is completely waterproof and it never needs to be painted or sealed. A vinyl window sash is dyed, meaning the entire piece is the same color. So, even if an outside surface gets scratched, there will be no noticeable change in color.

Vinyl Is Great For Sliding Windows

Another great thing about vinyl is that it is much smoother then painted wood. This makes it ideal for sliding windows because you don't need to worry about lubricating or sanding your window sash to keep it smooth. A vinyl sash in a vinyl frame will slide well for years. Most vinyl windows have a slight texture that prevents sticking. The texture also makes the vinyl less shiny, so it does not look like a cheap material.

Vinyl Is Also Stylish

Vinyl is surprisingly available in many styles and colors. You can choose a solid color or invest more money into a product with textured and printed finish. These are usually made to look like real wood, with painted on grains and knots. From close up you will be able to determine that the windows are not actually wood. However, from far away it will look just like the real thing. In fact, you can custom order your vinyl windows so they match the stain on existing wood elements of your exterior.

If you want a material that is headache-free, it is easy to see why vinyl is the answer. For more information, consider contacting a professional like those at Morgan Exteriors Inc.