Why Fiberglass?

Future of Performance

Why Fiberglass?

Fiberglass is an ideal structural material for window and door frames, which is why Cascadia has used a proprietary, high glass-fiber-to-resin formula for more than a decade. Beyond its high strength and thermal efficiency, Cascadia's pultruded, thermoset fiberglass frames contain roughly 58% recycled content, low VOC's and represents less embodied energy compared to vinyl or aluminum. 

Not susceptible to decay or corrosion, fiberglass also expands and contracts with temperature change at roughly the same rate as the adjacent IGU. This extends the longevity of window seals and gaskets, reducing maintenance costs. Combined with a modeled lifespan of 50-80 years, fiberglass represents the future of high-performance windows and doors.

Aesthetic Flexibility
  • Ideal substrate for commercial-grade paints, allowing for virtually unlimited color options
  • Standard color options, as well as custom color matching available
  • Able to easily incorporate different colors on interior and exterior of window and door frames
  • Paint finish can be easily retouched to repair minor damage, or refinished as part of a larger rehab project
  • Low-VOC standard & custom colors exceed AAMA 625 performance criteria