If you've decided to replace your old (probably single-pane) windows, you've undoubtedly discovered that there are lots of types of windows available, from style to material. All of them can add beauty and enhance the comfort and warmth of your home, as well as increase your home's value.
Aside from choosing the style that's right for you and matches your home's décor and architecture, and the material that makes the most sense for your climate and budget, the most important factor to take into consideration is energy savings. There are many energy-saving options for windows today, and choosing the right window could really make a difference in your energy bills, year-round.
The R-value measures resistance to heat flow, or heat loss, and is sometimes described as thermal resistance. The R-value is a measure of conductivity. If you're shopping for cooking pans, you want high conductivity – but in windows it's not so desirable, because it means that the heat you're paying for (and sometimes very dearly!) is escaping. Low conductivity, or high resistance, is what the R-value measures.
The R-value was originally created as a way to sell insulation. Generally speaking, a high R-value means the window is better, more insulated, and more energy efficient, because it means it is more resistant to losing heat.
More windows today are rated using the U-Factor, however, which is considered a more accurate measurement of energy efficiency. The R-value is the reverse of the U-factor, or R=1/U. For additional info on replacement windows and climate, refer to this article.
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