As far as home remodels go, new windows is a smart, but costly investment. New windows, no matter how old your home is, will add some insulation, efficiency and new functionality to your home. They will also add style to your home (on the outside and inside) and make it look newer. Many people don't realize how important new window fixtures are when it comes to the overall style of a home. The material will influence the look of your windows. This article compares the style implications of wooden, aluminum, and vinyl windows.

Wooden Window Styles

Many people believe that wood is the most stylish possible window material. Wood is a sought after material in all types of construction. It looks natural and stylish in all sorts of homes, even those with a modern style. The fact of the matter is that many things around the inside and outside of your house are probably made out of wood. For instance, flooring, furniture, molding cabinets, fencing, and roof lines are just a few of the style components that are made out of wood. If your windows match with these other features in your home, the entire style will be more put together.

Wood is also popular because it gives the homeowner freedom. For instance, you can paint a wood window frame a solid, flat color, or you can apply a tinted or clear stain that will show of the natural wood. It is also very important to realize that you can change and update your style whenever you want to. This means you can always have window colors that match with the rest of your home's style.

Aluminum Window Styles

Aluminum windows definitely don't look natural or warm like wooden windows. However, because they are easier to keep up and very affordable, aluminum windows are still very common. Aluminum lends itself more naturally to modern, minimalist construction. For instance, an aluminum window frame can have a lower profile because the material is stronger than wood, allowing the sashes to be narrower but still very strong.

Vinyl Windows Styles

Vinyl windows are similar to aluminum (low maintenance and affordable) expect they can be manufactured with a wider range of textures. Textured window frames look and feel great. The faux textures usually replicate other natural surfaces, like wood and stone. Vinyl is becoming more popular than vinyl because many builder prefer using products with prints and textures that replicate natural materials.

These three materials can all look and work great in many different home styles. For more information or assistance, contact companies like Statewide Energy Solutions.