During your research, you will probably have questions about the pros and cons of the different types of replacement window available. This article focuses on pvc windows vs vinyl windows, two different window products made of similar materials, but using very different manufacturing processes for the window components.

Vinly replacment window are very common and made using components made of polyvinyl chloride or PVC. Polyvinyl chloride is a combination of different chemicals, plasticizers and pigments. Polyvinyl chloride is also used to make plumbing pipes, electrical pipes, and many other plastic items. Window components for vinyl replacement windows are extruded and contain hollow chambers. The hollow chambers make for a lighter product and easier for welding the components together.