How to Choose the Right Replacement Window Hardware

There are a million decisions to be made when you’re replacing your windows! At least, it feels like there are a million decisions to be made. Everything from the window style to the hardware must be carefully selected to ensure that your windows will match your home’s architectural style and your personal preferences. This article will discuss best practices when choosing window hardware.

When you buy doors from Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey and New York Metro, you’ll have your choice of three doors: contemporary sliding, traditional hinged French and sliding French. Knowing the difference between each door style, as well as the advantages and disadvantages, can help you make the right choice. In this article, we’ll focus on the two main types, sliding and hinged French doors.

Window Hardware Color & Finish

Renewal by Andersen replacement window hardware comes in up to ten different colors and finishes including white, stone, distressed nickel, polished chrome, bright brass, antique brass, distressed bronze, and more. These finishes come in a range of colors from a golden yellow to near black to pure white.

This means you have an opportunity to choose a color and finish that stands out against the color of the window frame, or a color that blends perfectly. When choosing a color for your window hardware, consider:

• Other finishes in the house. If the color you choose clashes with other finishes, it could detract from the style in your home. For example, if your other hardware finishes are a bright brass, satin nickel hardware on your windows wouldn’t match. Of course, if you’re looking to change all the hardware finishes in your home (and some people do), you might start by finding a finish in your window frame and matching that with your door and other hardware.
• The color of the window frame. Consider how the hardware will look against the color of the window frame, and whether you’d like the hardware to stand out or blend in. If you love the look of the hardware on the window, then let it shine by selecting contrasting colors. If it’s important to you to achieve a more minimalist effect, choose a window hardware that does not stand out against the color of the window frame.

See the Possibilities in Person

Like other window companies, Renewal by Andersen publishes color swatches of each finish option online. However, because of the way images are presented electronically on a computer monitor, color swatches published online don’t do justice to the finishes in person.

It always helps to go see windows in a showroom before making a decision for yourself. Visit  your local Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey and New York Metro showroom to see the window style and hardware finishes in person.

Know your goals for your home’s style when you walk into the showroom. Knowing your goals ahead of time will make your decision easier. It may help to take pictures of your house with you into the showroom. If you’re looking to match existing hardware, you might want to take a sample from your home.

Get Started with Your Replacement Window Project Today

Your new windows can last 20 years or more, so it’s important to choose windows that you’ll love. When considering the hardware finishes for your home, don’t worry about matching the finishes to wall paint colors and other temporary pieces of decor. Remember that your windows will be around for a long time, even if your wall paint color changes. Choose finishes accordingly.

For more information about how to choose the right windows for your home, contact Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey and New York Metro. Call us using our toll-free number (866) 609-5033 or fill out the form on this page.

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