So to the pros and cons of vinyl windows.
Virgin vinyl vs recycled vinyl.
Since in all cases the future inputs for recycled vinyl will be virgin pvc by getting 100 pure vinyl you are ensuring your floor will be recyclable and not have to end up in a landfill.
Recycled or reground vinyl this product creates a weaker window frame and is not as durable as either the true virgin vinyl window or the combination of first generation vinyl and recycled materials.
Veka bufftech kroy westech and polyvinyl creations.
This results in most durable long lasting windows that capture all the benefits of pvc as a material.
If the product has the vsi vinyl siding institute stamp on it it is likely to be of higher quality even if it is not actually all virgin first generation vinyl.
As such there are three ways to manufacture vinyl windows.
Common manufactures of virgin vinyl fencing include.
While this can reduce the cost of the window it can also affect the durability and longevity.
First generation vinyl windows use no recycled material in the manufacturing process.
The ratio of virgin to recycled vinyl determines the quality.
Recycled does sound better for the environment can t try to say otherwise.
Chances are it was a vinyl fence made up of recycled plastics and not a virgin vinyl product.
Vinyl windows are an energy efficient choice for your replacement project only if they are made from virgin vinyl.
Oh i meant to say that this salesman said virgin vinyl was better.
We were impressed with the windows but the price was a shocker.
For now however we feel strongly that investing in pure virgin pvc is the best way to build a strong foundation for the future of recycled vinyl flooring without risking the quality of your floor or your health.
The single difference is that recycled vinyl is made with pieces of virgin material.
Windows manufactured from recycled or mixed vinyl can be less efficient and last less.
Vinyl windows come in different grades the most popular being recycled vinyl or pure virgin vinyl.
Again there is no difference in these two materials to you the consumer.
Pure virgin vinyl is a stronger material and is more durable than the alternative.
Both are of high quality and both are made with new vinyl.
Recycled vinyl can yellow and crack.
It tends to become brittle and crack warp and or fade more.
Recycled vinyl is made from a variety of recycled vinyl products.