SMA Exteriors proudly offers Richlin Window as our flagship window product. Made in Minnesota, Richlin designs windows to protect your home from the hottest and coldest days of the year–and every day in between.

Richlin windows are made from ultra-durable vinyl that is available in both standard and custom colors, sizes, and styles.

With more than 65 years of craftsmanship, service, and performance, Richlin Window provides superior value that is both long-lasting and low-maintenance. Richlin makes a great option for any window replacement, remodeling, and new construction projects.

Read on to learn more about Richlin Window, or book a FREE consultation and estimate with SMA Exteriors now.

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Richlin Window at a glance

Maintenance-free beauty that won’t degrade, warp, or crack

Richin windows are made from solid vinyl. Vinyl is an affordable and durable material that withstands exposure to sunlight, precipitation, temperature extremes, and contact with other objects. As a result, vinyl windows retain their color, texture, and shape for years.

These qualities make vinyl the most popular choice in the U.S. for windows. In fact, Home Innovation Research Labs reports that vinyl is chosen at about twice the rate of the second most popular material in new construction and remodeling:

Nearly 60% of new single family dwellings choose vinyl windows
Vinyl is the choice for about 50% of repair, replacement, and remodeling projects

Richlin stands out for creating vinyl windows in custom colors and woodgrain styles that offer similar visual characteristics to natural wood–without the maintenance or risks of water damage.

By choosing Richlin vinyl windows for your home, you earn one of the best resale values of any home project. Remodel Magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report shows that vinyl window replacements return an average of 67% of the cost during resale.

You can save even more money by opting for triple glazed glass. Triple glazed glass conserves more energy than double pane and reduces your energy bills. According to a study in the PNNL Home Labs, triple-pane glass “provided year-round energy savings and reduced peak demand both in the heating and cooling seasons.” Even more, triple-pane glass also reduces condensation, supports even room temperatures near windows, and reduces exterior noise pollution.

We’ll share more about Richlin’s energy efficiency later in the article. First, let’s look into the materials that help to make your Richlin windows such a great investment.

Materials

Vinyl coated in AquaSurTech exterior

Richlin window exteriors are made from top-grade vinyl with AquaS u rTech color coating. AquaSurTech is a water-based coating system that offers year-round protection against:

Precipitation
Heat
Temperature fluctuations
Light exposure

With Richlin vinyl windows coated in AquaSurTech, you’re getting a quality product backed up by research and testing in the field. In fact, AquaSurTech meets the rigorous international standards set by the FGIA and ASTM.

Depending on the window style, you can choose from an array of color options. All windows include the option of solid white or beige exteriors. You may also have the choice of up to eleven standard paints and laminates, or choose a custom paint color for unlimited choices and a perfect match.

Top-grade vinyl or Dura Wood stainable vinyl interior

Richlin window interiors can be made of top-grade vinyl solid white or beige, for a timeless complement to your rooms.

You can also opt for your Richlin window interiors to be made from Dura Wood stainable interior. Dura Wood is a unique material that looks nearly identical to natural wood while providing the resilience of vinyl. Dura Wood is versatile, too: choose from six standard options or a custom stain that reflects your unique style.

Whether you choose solid top-grade vinyl or Dura Wood stainable interiors, your Richlin Windows will be nearly maintenance-free, designed to last for years and enhance the sense of welcome whenever you walk into the room.

For enhanced architectural style, choose from a spectrum of internal grids or simulated divided lites (SDL). Richlin offers up to 20 options that can be combined on the interior or exterior of your windows. By choosing internal grids or SDLs, you can create added curb appeal without sacrificing energy efficiency.

Choose from six standard grid patterns or customize a look all your own!

You can also elevate your interiors by choosing from seven jamb extension options. Richlin gives you the choice between factory installed jamb extensions or install kits, both of which can fit wall depths up to seven inches. Choose from solid white, five natural woodgrains, or Dura Wood stainable interior for a custom finish.

Sizes

Richlin windows offer generous size ranges in every series that will perfectly fit your replacement, remodeling, and new construction projects:

Rectangle windows are available in widths ranging from 10” to 144” and heights of 10” to 100”
Sash Sets are available in widths ranging from 10” to 64” and heights of 10” to 64”
True Divided Lites (TDLs) are available in widths ranging from 10” to 144” and heights of 10” to 100”
Polygonal windows are available in widths ranging from 10” to 100” and heights of 10” to 100”
Radius windows are available in widths ranging from 20” to 100” and heights of 8” to 100”
Single-hung polygonal windows are available in widths ranging from 14” to 48” and heights of 48” to 100”
Single-hung radius windows are available in widths ranging from 20” to 48” and heights of 40” to “100”

Depending on the style and series, there will be restrictions to widths and heights for your Richlin windows. For more information on available sizing, consult Richlin’s minimum/maximum size chart or book a FREE consultation and estimate with SMA Exteriors now.

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Series and styles for unlimited design potential

Richlin offers five window series with standard and custom styles for unlimited design potential.

Richlin Vinyl vs. Heritage: which should I choose?

There are a few differences between Richlin Vinyl and Richlin Heritage windows. Both products offer maintenance-free designs, ample natural light, and protection from weather and noise.

If you’re looking for classic white or beige vinyl interior windows, consider Richlin Vinyl. You’ll still get plenty of customizable options for exteriors, grid patterns and styles, casing, and more. Depending on the type of window you choose, Richlin Vinyl offers several series to choose from. The main difference between series is the thickness and strength of the frame.

For added customization, consider Richlin Heritage windows. You can opt for stainable Dura Wood interiors that perfectly match your interiors or existing woodwork–with the lasting durability of vinyl.

If you want more information on the best series for you, contact SMA Exteriors. Consultations and estimates are always free.

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Direct set vs. sash set

You can choose from direct set or sash set windows for many Richlin window styles. Direct set windows are made from glass directly glazed into the window frame, while sash set windows have glass glazed into a sash. Direct set windows are always fixed (non-venting), but sash set windows can either be venting or fixed.

Both choices offer added light and expanded views, such as through a transom window. Yet each choice offers different advantages:

For help choosing between direct set and sash set styles, book a FREE consultation and estimate with SMA Exteriors now. Otherwise, read on to learn more about Richlin styles available for your home.

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Single hung

Available in 201 Series Vinyl

Single hung windows are designed to open from the lower sash, while the upper sash remains stationary. You might choose single hung windows for the following reasons:

Richlin Window styles: single hung, awning, hopper, double hung, casement, bay, bow, double slider

Easy to clean from inside your home
Installation in areas with foot traffic including walkways, patios, and decks
Provide ample natural light and airflow
Combine with awning, casement, picture, or specialty windows for even more light and airflow options

Richlin’s single hung windows feature top-quality vinyl interiors and exteriors for visual appeal and lasting performance.

Hopper

Available in 201 Series Vinyl

Hopper windows are designed with a hinge on the bottom and swing outward from the top. You might choose hopper windows for the following reasons:

Provide ventilation and light in basement rooms
Create airflow in combination with large stationary windows
Place higher on the walls for airflow with privacy

Richlin’s hopper windows feature top-quality solid vinyl interiors and exteriors for visual appeal and lasting performance.

Double hung

Available in 600, 900 Series Vinyl or Heritage

Double hung windows are designed to remain flush with the wall and open vertically from both top and bottom sashes. You might choose double-hung windows for the following reasons:

Ventilation options from the top, bottom, or both
Ease of cleaning from the inside of your home
Compatible with opening control devices, window guards, and air conditioning units
Installation facing areas with foot traffic including walkways, patios, and decks

Richlin’s double hung windows feature top-quality solid or stainable vinyl interiors and exteriors for visual appeal and lasting performance.

Slider

Available in 201, 600, 900 Series Vinyl or Heritage

Slider windows are designed to remain flush with the wall and open horizontally from a sliding sash. Richlin offers single, double, and triple slider options. You might choose gliding windows for the following reasons:

Control airflow with top-to-bottom ventilation
Installation facing areas with foot traffic including walkways, patios, and decks

Richlin’s single, double, and triple slider windows feature top-quality solid or stainable vinyl interiors and exteriors for visual appeal and lasting performance. If you’re looking for more details on triple slider windows, book a FREE consultation and estimate with SMA Exteriors now.

Casement

Available in 500 Series Vinyl or Heritage

Casement windows are designed with hinges on one side and swing outward from the other side using a crank. You might choose casement windows for the following reasons:

Control airflow with top-to-bottom ventilation
Provide plenty of natural light from windows up to 72” tall

Richlin’s casement windows feature top-quality solid or stainable vinyl interiors and exteriors for visual appeal and lasting performance.

Awning

Available in 500 Series Vinyl or Heritage

Awning windows are designed with a hinge on the top and swing outward from the bottom. You might choose awning windows for the following reasons:

Provide ventilation that protects from the rain
Create airflow in combination with large stationary windows
Place higher on the walls for airflow with privacy

Richlin’s awning windows feature top-quality solid or stainable vinyl interiors and exteriors for visual appeal and lasting performance.

Bay and bow

Available in Vinyl and Heritage Series

Bay & bow windows are designed with three or more windows that extend beyond the exterior wall of your home. Available as casement, double-hung, or picture units, you might choose bay & bow windows for the following reasons:

Add more natural light and extra space in your room
Create a striking focal point

Richlin’s bay and bow windows feature top-quality solid or stainable vinyl interiors and exteriors for visual appeal and lasting performance.

For more information on bay and bow window options, book a FREE consultation and estimate with SMA Exteriors now.

Polygonal

Available in all Vinyl Series and Heritage

Clipped corner
Double clipped corner
Hexagon
Isosceles triangle
Octagon
Parallelogram
Pentagon
Pitched parallelogram
Right triangle
Trapezoid
Custom

Polygonal windows are designed as fixed (non-venting) windows in a variety of shapes. You might choose polygon windows for the following reasons:

Create a striking focal point
Add more natural light
Enhance design in combination with double hung, casement, or other styles
Install in combination with awning, casement, or other types for ventilation

Richlin’s polygonal windows feature top-quality solid or stainable vinyl interiors and exteriors for visual appeal and lasting performance.

For more information on polygonal window options, book a FREE consultation and estimate with SMA Exteriors now.

Radius

Available in all Vinyl Series and Heritage

Extended eyebrow
Extended gothic eyebrow
Extended half round
Extended quarter round
Eyebrow
Full circle
Gothic eyebrow
Half round
Quarter eyebrow
Quarter round

Radius windows are designed as fixed (non-venting) windows in a variety of shapes. Similar to polygon windows, you might choose radius windows for the following reasons:

Create a striking focal point
Add more natural light
Enhance design in combination with double hung, casement, or other styles
Install in combination with awning, casement, or other types for ventilation

Richlin’s radius windows feature top-quality solid or stainable vinyl interiors and exteriors for visual appeal and lasting performance.

For more information on radius window options, book a FREE consultation and estimate with SMA Exteriors now.

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Earth-friendly, energy efficient windows

Richlin Window has a strong commitment to responsible stewardship and energy efficiency. As part of Richlin’s “reduce, reuse, recycle” philosophy, the company recycles byproducts from manufacturing. Richlin also engineers window components that maximize efficiency, including Duralite® spacer bars as standard in all windows.

Richlin holds the following certifications related to sustainability and energy efficiency:

ENERGY STAR® compliant
National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) certified
Federation and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) (Formerly AAMA) certified

Glass options

With Richlin Window you have the choice of three energy-efficient, earth-friendly glass options. All three options provide the same great light filtration, resistance to heat gain, and low air leakage properties. The key difference between your three glass options is the U-Factor number.

U-Factor describes the heat retention performance of a glass window product. For better heat retention, look for a lower U-Factor number.

Double Glazed Low-E Argon: 0.27
Triple Glazed Low-E Argon: 0.24
Triple Glazed Low-E Krypton: 0.19

The Minnesota Department of Energy Resources recommends windows with a U-Factor of 0.30 or less. Whichever glass you choose from Richlin Window, you’ll exceed standards for energy efficiency in a Midwestern climate.

For more efficiency data including optional extras like foam, consult Richlin’s product guide.

Glass styles

Richlin Window gives you more options with glass to enhance privacy, light allowance, and design aesthetics. You can choose from the following options:

Standard
Tempered
Obscure, tempered opt.
Niagra, tempered opt.
Gray tint, tempered opt.
Decorative

If you want control over privacy and light filtration, you can also opt for blinds between glass.

For more details on glass options for energy efficiency, security, and privacy, visit Richlin Window’s product profiles or contact SMA Exteriors for a FREE consultation and estimate.

Quality backed up with a limited lifetime warranty

SMA Exteriors offers Richlin as our flagship window product. With Richlin you’ll get superior value and peace of mind, thanks to a lifetime limited warranty. For more details, see Richlin’s warranty page.

SMA Exteriors is your certified Richlin window expert

As a certified Richlin Window dealer, SMA Exteriors is ready to serve you. Book your appointment now for a FREE consultation and estimate with our professional Minneapolis-based team!

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Richlin Window: the Minnesota-made window with superior value