Baruah, a woodworking hobbyist, recently wondered if his pastime’s principal material could serve as a viable glass ...

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What’s more, consumers are no longer restricted to standard frames that scream “replacement window.” Some manufacturers offer wood replacement windows with vinyl- or aluminum-clad exteriors.

For instance, our tests show that some budget-friendly vinyl-frame windows perform better in wind and rain resistance than pricier wood-frame windows. Vinyl windows make up the largest segment of ...