What is Fibrex®?

The Advantages of Fibrex® Material

Renewal by Andersen’s exclusive Fibrex® material offers a wide range of advantages over more traditional frame materials like wood, aluminum, or vinyl. It also allows us to craft beautiful and eye-catching window frames, giving you more glass area and a bigger view of the outdoors. Here are the main benefits of having a window that’s built with Fibrex® material:

Low Maintenance

Since Fibrex® windows won’t rot or decay, they are less susceptible to mold damage. This means there’s no need for them to be re-scraped or repainted. But depending on your preference, you can still have your Fibrex® window frames painted.

Great Insulation

Fibrex® has one of the best thermal insulating properties on the market. Combined with Andersen’s High-Performance™ Low-E4® glass, Fibrex® effectively retains heat in your home during the cold winter months, helping you save money on energy bills. Additionally, it excels at noise reduction, outperforming vinyl in creating a quieter living space.

Better Sustainability & Energy Efficiency

Fibrex® is composed of 40% reclaimed wood fiber, most of which is recycled from Andersen Corporation’s wood-window manufacturing facilities. This makes it an extremely sustainable material – and the advanced makeup and durability of Fibrex® allows it to be far more energy efficient than wood. Unlike wood, it does not crack or warp, which prevents the escape of costly heating and cooling energy.