RBA Fibrex vs. Infinity Ultrex
RBA Fibrex vs. Infinity Ultrex
Your Los Angeles Window Replacement Experts
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*This offer cannot be combined or used with any prior purchase or offers. Bogo Buy 1 Get 1 40% off the Infinity from Marvin windows retail price special sale applies to a minimum purchase of 4 windows or more, or 2 or more patio doors or French doors and is part a special discount program and requires purchase during the initial visit to qualify *0% APR for 1 year available to well-qualified buyers on approved credit only. Financing provided by a third party lender and is subject to credit requirements. **Based on the (AAMA), 3rd party testing facility for all window and door materials License # 1002036
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RBA Fibrex vs. Infinity Ultrex
Your Los Angeles Window Replacement Experts
BLACK FRIDAY WINDOW SALE
BUY ONE GET ONE
40% OFF
WINDOW & DOOR SALE
12 to 120 MONTH FINANCING
NO PAYMENT NO INTEREST
For 12 Months
*This offer cannot be combined or used with any prior purchase or offers. Bogo Buy 1 Get 1 40% off the Infinity from Marvin windows retail price special sale applies to a minimum purchase of 4 windows or more, or 2 or more patio doors or French doors and is part a special discount program and requires purchase during the initial visit to qualify *0% APR for 1 year available to well-qualified buyers on approved credit only. Financing provided by a third party lender and is subject to credit requirements. **Based on the (AAMA), 3rd party testing facility for all window and door materials License # 1002036
Comparing Value: Infinity From Marvin vs. Renewal By Andersen Windows
Infinity from Marvin and Renewal by Andersen share over a century of history in Minnesota, with similar beginnings and a focus on quality windows. However, differences emerge in frame materials and craftsmanship, which sets them apart.
Infinity From Marvin’s Ultrex is an exclusive fiberglass that provides unmatched durability, surpassing and outperforming other options. These windows are not only crafted for longevity but also offers a timeless style.
Infinity from Marvin features ULTREX Fiberglass frames, three times stronger than Renewal by Andersen’s Fibrex frames. With Ultrex frames having the tensile strength of steel, the frames are resistant to expansion and contraction in various climates.
Experience the difference with Infinity From Marvin—where durability, timeless style, and performance redefine your window choice.
What is Ultrex Made Of?
Made from a safe and natural resource. ULTREX® Windows are made from silica sand, one of the strongest & most abundant natural resources in the world – The ULTREX® manufacturing facilities fully comply with the 1990 Clean Air Act and are designated as a Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) facility as outlined by the EPA.
- Raw Fiberglass Strands: Crafted from robust glass cables saturated with specialized resins, offering extended window lifespan compared to Vinyl or Wood Windows.
Compare Renewal By Andersen Windows To Infinity From Marvin Windows: 50% Thinner Frames
Renewal by Andersen’s Fibrex frames are thicker by 2 inches. Being flexible and bendable, Fibrex requires a frame twice as thick to support the same weight of glass. This material expands and contracts four times more than the glass it surrounds, which may lead to seal failures and argon gas leakage over time.
Reviewing the expansion and contraction chart below, vinyl window frames expand and contract 8 times more than the glass they surround. Each and every day, the frames expand and contract 8 times more than the glass they surround. Over time the frame will pull away from the glass and cause seal failure, and the argon gas will leak out.
Both Andersen windows and doors are made from Fibrex which still expands and contracts 4 times more than the glass the frame surrounds.
Infinity From Marvin ULTREX Fiberglass Frames Are 2 Inches Thinner
Infinity from Marvin’s ULTREX® frames are as strong as steel and has never had a seal failure in over 25 years because the frames expand and contract at almost the same rate as the glass it surrounds, so the frames do not pull away from the glass, and the seals don’t break. The extra three layers of acrylic capping prevent color fade, chipping, peeling, and cracking.
Infinity From Marvin ULTREX® Windows Beats All Competitors
Chart Created by Stork Technimet – Compare Renewal By Andersen Fibrex Windows to Infinity From Marvin Ultrex Windows
The comparison chart above is created by Stork Technimet Corporation, an independent unbias testing facility. This test shows that Infinity from Marvin’s ULTREX® far outperforms the competition in every category.
References: Stork Technimet/Testing Corporation: #0602-15293, #0512-14889, #0704-19702, #TCT006638P. Precision Measurements and Instruments Corporation: #13043-DS. Tecton: # ESP010521P, “Test Results for Fibrex and ULTREX®.” Plastics Engineering Handbook of the Society of Plastics Industry, Inc. Fifth Edition. Andersen Fibrex Manual: “A High Performance, High-Value Biofiber Polymer Composite Technology.” Renewal By Andersen®: “Fibrex Material: A Better Alternative, A Better Window.” LD = Longitudinal Direction * Highest rate of thermal conductivity shown. Test results range from .10 -13 for vinyl/wood composite (Fibrex) and .09 – .12 for ULTREX®.
Ultrex® Thermal Expansion
ULTREX® HAS VERY LOW THERMAL EXPANSION RATES
Let’s now compare what happens with ULTREX® frames. ULTREX® expands and contracts almost the same as the glass. When the 4.6 glass heats up it expands toward the ULTREX® frame 4.0, which is strong as steel and unmovable. The result is a frame as strong as steel with a thin, elegant design that provides more viewable glass. This means that our windows and doors stay tight and true even after extreme temperature swings. ULTREX® expands at virtually the same rate as glass and maintains a tight seal, so it’s resistant to leaks, seal failures, and stress cracks that can compromise energy efficiency and long-term performance.
Vinyl has a 30.0 expansion when it heats up, so it expands 8 times more than the glass surrounds, pulling away from the glass and causing seal failure. Vinyl can crack, peel, chip, and fade under the heat and cold changes daily. When a vinyl window is installed, contractors must leave up to a 1/4 inch gap between the frame and a vinyl window because a vinyl window frame must have the room to expand and contract under the heat and cold if they did not leave that gap of air the vinyl window would warp and even explode when it expands into the frame. Plastic bends, warps, cracks, and fades it is a fact.
What is the Best Replacement Windows Material for Me?
Ultrex: A Deeper Look
Fibrex vs. Ultrex: Product Features Comparison
Better Replacement Windows
Simply put, our thin frames makes Infinity from Marvin the most Elegant Replacement Window in the US. Infinity from Marvin replacement windows is Rated # 1 in Customer Satisfaction with window and patio door manufacturing brands. As you compare Infinity from Marvin ULTREX® windows to other manufacturers and other window frame materials, you will discover why Infinity from Marvin’s ULTREX® windows is the right choice for every home.
Why our Replacement Windows BEAT All Competitors
We make the strongest window replacement frames with the most elegant finish. Our thick even acrylic finish is free from pinholes, striations, and imperfections and will resist scratches, fading, and chalking to retain its original beauty. Manufactured from a patented ULTREX pultruded process with a patterned acrylic finish, Infinity from Marvin’s ULTREX® Windows are as STRONG AS STEEL, 8 times stronger than vinyl window frames and 3 times stronger than composite window frames like Fibrex. Proprietary ULTREX® finish is the highest rated in the industry the first and the only one to have achieved AAMA 624 verification. Our finish performs so well we offer dark colors like black without fear of UV degradation or fading to keep your windows looking beautiful for decades to come. ULTREX finish is the highest rated in the industry, the first and the only one to have achieved AAMA 624 verification. Our finish performs so well we offer ULTREX also carries the best energy efficiency ratings in the replacement window industry
Our Replacement Windows are Just More Beautiful
Instead of bulky wide and unappealing frames with an unfinished corners, we offer thin, elegant frames that are built for life. If you compare our beautiful finish to all other window frames, you can see the difference in the manufacturing quality, the gorgeous design, the smoothly welded corners, and the ultimate sleek finish. You can choose from 7 interior and exterior color options and 8 wood grain options.
A Finish that Resists Fading
Want long-term color retention in a variety of styles? Ultrex® uses an acrylic finish that is paintable, fade-resistant and virtually maintenance-free. With a finish that’s 3 times thicker than competitive options, Ultrex® resists chipping, denting or peeling.
Vinyl—Bulkier Frame, Less Viewable Glass
Vinyl can warp and shift under everyday conditions — potentially making vinyl windows difficult to open and close and affecting their all-around performance. Ultrex® resists sticking, swelling, and warping so Infinity windows and doors will continue to easily open and close.
Vinyl frames must be manufactured thicker wider, bulkier in order to support the heavyweight of the glass. Because vinyl needs thicker wider frames in order to support the heavy dual-pane glass the result is more frame and less viewable glass.
Ultrex® vs. Wood
Wooden windows offer classic beauty that, depending on the environment, can require maintenance and care. Infinity windows capture the beautiful details and profiles of wood — without the maintenance.
Ultrex® More Viewable Glass Thin Sleek Frame
More view for your money
ULTREX® not only provides unmatched durability compared to other window replacement materials, but it also makes a lasting impression both inside and out. From narrower profiles that deliver bigger views and more daylight to color options that resist fading, Ultrex® simply delivers.
Because ULTREX® is so strong, we actually use less material in Infinity window frames. That means you get more daylight, more view of the outside, more glass, without bulky materials obstructing your view. We pay extra attention to the details that matter — like our clean, non-welded, corners that let you make the most of your beautiful view.
ULTREX® exclusive patented frames are as strong as steel so they are thinner sleeker and more elegant which results in more viewable glass with a sleeker frame.
Ultrex® Stays True
ULTREX® windows are as strong as steel, our frames are manufactured thinner, trimer, and sleeker because they are strong. Thinner, sleeker frames result in more viewable glass.
ULTREX® expands at a 4.0 virtually the same rate as glass, at a 4.6 so our windows stay tight and true. This makes Infinity windows resistant to leaks, seal failures, and stress cracks that can compromise energy efficiency and long-term performance.
Compared to other materials, Ultrex® is the strongest window framing material in the replacement industry. This means Ultrex® resists bending and flexing — that’s confidence Fibrex® and vinyl simply can’t match.
Infinity from Marvin ULTREX Brochure
ULTREX® not only provides unmatched durability compared to other window replacement materials, but it also makes a lasting impression both inside and out. From narrower profiles that deliver bigger views and more daylight to color options that resist fading, ULTREX® simply delivers.
What Our Customers are Saying
Great Job Folks, Thanks to the entire crew for a job well done! Our windows and sliding glass door were Manufactured, Transported & Installed by a team of fantastic professionals! The quality of service was excellent and the quality of the product installed is magnificent worth every penny! Our home is warm and cozy we are happily saving energy.
Our salesman and lead installer demonstrated extreme knowledge in the “infinity” line of windows. Installation of four windows went smoothly in one day. They made sure the windows opened easily before they left and were through with cleanup. Thanks
The door was recommended by my son and they followed through on the most beautiful door. I was extremely satisfied that they finished it off so fast. The facing around the door looks really good. I used to have a drape pulled across the door but I threw it away because it’s a beautiful door and I like looking at it every day.
