Atrium Windows

The windows manufactured by 'Atrium Companies Inc.' are known as Atrium windows. These windows are made using vinyl and aluminum frames. One of the largest brands of window products in North America, it is the most preferred one by customers. Earlier, the company used to manufacture windows with aluminum frames and was known as 'Aluminum Products Company'. Later on, when the demand for vinyl windows increased, production using vinyl increased and the company name was once again changed to its present name i.e. 'Atrium Companies Inc.'

Atrium Windows Reviews

Strict adherence to standards and quality is the specialty of Atrium windows. These windows are also available at affordable prices. Most reviews appreciate the adherence to environmental regulations while manufacturing these windows. The Atrium products come with Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC), U factor and R factor labels; it means that these products conform to environmental standards. The Atrium products being environment friendly, people who install these windows in their house can benefit from tax deductions. Glass used in manufacturing these products allows sunlight to enter the house; however, the glass deflects heat which is generally brought in by artificial light. Panes of these windows come with a special feature of certain kind of gas being sealed inside. It provides insulation and doesn't allow the house to get too cold or overheated in harsh weather conditions. There are many different styles available in this type of window. The single-hung is one such style that has a single slider and which comes with one fixed pane. Other styles offered by this company are the Slider, Double Hung, Awning, Casement, Picture, Garden, Bay, Bow, Tilt & Turn, Hopper, etc.

Atrium Window Series 200
The 'Atrium Window Series 200' comes with a spring balance system which helps in easy adjustment of the frame. The water and air infiltration is minimized to a great extent as the frame is fusion-welded. Tilt-latch allows for easy window cleaning and ventilation. Flush mounted screens offer the windows with a monolithic and clean appearance.

Permanent Labels for Atrium Windows
The information about labels provided below should help in understanding their significance.

AAMA Label: The abbreviation, AAMA stands for 'American Architectural Manufacturers Association'. Products with this label indicate that they conform to certain standards. Windows, skylights and doors are the products assigned with these labels. Materials used for manufacturing these products could be anything from wood, vinyl, fiberglass or aluminum.

NWWDA Label: This label is assigned to products by the 'National Wood Window and Door Association'. This institution is involved in research work pertaining to the development of standards and creation of certification programs for standardizing the quality of windows and doors made with wood.

NAMI Label: The abbreviation NAMI stands for National Accreditation and Management Institute. This institute certifies products such as windows and doors made of wood, aluminum, vinyl, fiberglass, etc.

Benefits of Using Atrium Windows

Atrium windows are amongst the most popular in the market. This is because, the windows offer many benefits, and some of these are presented below.

• Cleaning these windows is easy because they have an inward tilt.
• Frequent cleaning is not necessary as the windows are also available in forms where glass panes come with optional grids.
• Some Atrium window products come with a lifetime glass-breakage warranty.
• Protection from noise is one of the most important benefits of these windows. This is because sound energy is absorbed in greater proportions.

There are many home improvement products offered by this company. The information presented above, just presents a short account of Atrium windows.