San Francisco is famous for its quintessentially “cool summer” Mediterranean climate. The months of June, July, and August are characterized by fog and overall cool breezes, although the fog is less pronounced in the eastern part of the city. The period between late summer and early autumn typically have the warmest days of the year.
These Bay Area weather conditions can be challenging, which is why many homeowners make energy efficiency a top household priority. When it comes to keeping bills low, you’ll benefit from getting rid of the old wood window you have in your home.
Your best bet for replacement? Fibrex®. Here’s what makes this revolutionary product the best San Francisco window framing material for our climate.
Superior Insulation
You could lose a significant amount of energy through inefficient frames. That’s why we created Fibrex, an energy-efficient composite made from reclaimed wood fiber and a polymer. It has excellent insulating properties that give other framing materials such as wood a run for their money.
You’re unlikely to lose or gain heat through these Fibrex-frame units. It insulates up to 700 times better than aluminum. Paired with the High-Performance™ glass packages on our roster, these frames can help you keep your bills low despite tough Northern California weather.
Unmatched Strength
We often hear the line, “The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.” An exaggeration, but still you best be getting your home ready for the coming months. You need windows that are tough as nails to protect against equally tough weather.
Wood units aren’t a very smart choice. The material easily warps and rots when exposed to moisture. Fibrex, on the other hand, does not expand nor contract even under extreme temperatures. Thanks to a low thermal expansion rate, it can last several San Francisco summers without requiring much maintenance.
Long-Lasting Beauty
Moisture, fog, cool winds, and occasional rain do not do your home any favors. If you have old wood windows, paint can chip off the frames in no time. You’d need to repaint or stain them frequently just to keep their appeal.
You’ll be glad to know that beauty does not come at an extra price with Fibrex windows. A unique process allows us to infuse long-lasting, durable colors on the frames during manufacturing. The result is a window that stays lovely without the need for painting or re-staining over the course of its life span.
Why go through tough summers with old wood windows in San Francisco when you could have more durable, energy-efficient, and beautiful replacements? Trust us when we say our Fibrex frame units are well worth the investment.
Give us a call at (866) 609-5033 to learn more about these superior products or schedule a no-obligation consultation with one of our window experts.
