What is Low-E?

If you've spent any time shopping for windows, you've come across the term low-E. But what exactly is low-e. Low-E, or low emissivity, refers to how a window reflects certain length waves. A window with a good low-E lowers your energy bill because in the summer it reflects sunlight to help cool your home and in the winter it absorbs sunlight to help in heat your home.

Which Window Is Best For the DC Metro Area?

Not all window materials are perfect for every environment. In the arid hot climate of the Southwest, for example, aluminum windows are the material of choice, whereas here in the Mid-Atlantic, vinyl, fiberglass and wood windows are the most popular. Some of this has to do with the region's building codes, and sometimes with the material's property. Aluminum, for example, conducts heat and cold and so not a wise choice for someone who wants to keep their home cool in the summer's scorching heat and hot during winters blustery storms.

Of course, figuring out the specific materials to use also depends on your home's architecture and your family's lifsetyle. That's why your best bet for choosing the perfect window for your home is to visit one of our three showrooms to discuss your needs with one of The Window Man's sales consultants.