Which Polaris Exterior Window Color would you Choose?
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6 years ago
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After reviewing various window types from various companies, we've decided on Polaris Vinyl Windows for the price point and low maintenance. Which color do you think I should choose for my red-orange-brown brick? Neither match the previous owner's trim and siding color, so we will have to repaint all of it. :( Unfortunately, these are the limited options with these paint chips for the baked on color. Please share your thoughts! (And if anyone has experience with Polaris, please share too. The baked on color is a 20 yr warranty...)
Many thanks!
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6 years agoToddinmn, I appreciate your response. I didn't think of the bronze color...looks like my front door. Wish I could see a home similar with my brick with that color...know of any customer, who has similar colors? I'm going to paint the trim and siding to match the window color. Wonder if I need to worry about that color absorbing heat...
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6 years agoHard to tell from small chips, but please see the additional colors. Thank you!
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