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What Can Fabricated Custom Windows Add?

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Although windows are most economical when purchased in standard sizes, there are times a homeowner needs a custom window made. This might be to replace windows in an older home built before modern day standards were established, for a unique opening or to install a custom made stained glass window. Custom made glass patio doors can also be made to fit most any opening.

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Fortunately, most of the options available in standard windows are available in custom sizes. The most commonly used products today include wood, vinyl, aluminum clad wood and fiberglass.

If installing a stained glass window, it is advised to order a clear dual pane window in the same size and shape and fit the stained glass window into it before installing. This will give you the insulating value of the dual panes and eliminate leaking and other problems often associated with traditional leaded stained glass windows.

More lead time is needed to construct a custom window than is necessary to order standard windows, usually two to eight weeks, depending on the type of window.

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