Cornerstone Building Brands has introduced black interior and exterior options on the Ply Gem 1500 Vinyl Collection of windows and patio doors.
According to the manufacturer, the new offering meets the increasing demand for high-contrast designs and delivers the performance that Ply Gem is known for.
The collection features a coextruded black interior and exterior. This coextrusion technology provides ultraviolet (UV) protection and durability, along with proven color retention and weather resistance as the color is integrated directly into the vinyl during manufacturing.
“Ply Gem 1500 Vinyl Collection black windows can withstand the elements, and that’s important,” says Kate Land, vice president of product and innovation, Aperture Solutions U.S., Cornerstone Building Brands. “With dark colors especially, manufacturers need to account for heat absorption and potential material stress. It’s why this collection was made with coextrusion technology; the process layers UV inhibitors and reflective pigments right into the product to offer long-term resistance to weathering and heat buildup.”
Beyond the new color, the collection is designed to contribute to overall energy efficiency with a range of glass packages, from Low-E for solar heat deflection to HPMax triple-pane for thermal efficiency. The windows and doors can also be ordered with Energy Star certification for any climate zone.
