What type of windows (ie: dbl hung, casement, etc)? New construction or insert? What style of house? I would consider a higher vinyl for better performance. There are several pros on here who will be along and offer you the better choices after you answer those questions.

I'd go with Andersen and Marvin.

The models you listed would be good, maybe add the Marvin Ultima and Andersen A-Series to the list. The All Ultrex Integrity is no beauty queen. You do loose a bit of glass space with wood inserts and Windows from the sixties are not that to begin with .

How many windows are there as well? I would scrap RBA as it doesn't belong on that list with nicer wood. Are you wanting to stay with wood?

Thanks for the feedback.

The home is "Colonial-like" in design. Looking to replace a dozen windows, Double Hung. The trim is in good shape so we could do inserts or full frame replacement.

Having blinds nestle in the frame would be preferred but not an absolute.

We're open to using any product although we are looking for low/no maintenance, especially for the upstairs windows.

I've only looked at a Pella vinyl so far in person and it looked too industrial for my tastes.

With our climate and west-facing (if that matters) what wood/clad product would be good for the four main floor windows? Still trying to understand if vinyl, composite, aluminum, or fiberglass is the best choice.

If wood windows added character to the living room and dining room on the main floor, I wouldn't mind a little painting but really looking to minimize the maintenance aspect. And perhaps this is where the Infinity comes in? Look of wood with no maintenance.

Or asked another way, what windows need maintenance so I can consider ruling them out?

Thank you.

All newer products should be "maintenance free" in the classic understanding of that label.

That said, most folks are choosing between those products that you are talking about as a result of a desired interior aesthetic consideration.

We've done a bit of homework and have narrowed it down to RBA, Pella Impervia and Marvin Infinity. (Andersen just doesn't have a product we are interested in.) The cost between the three is close enough that it is not a huge issue.

RBA's rep was fair. I like the style of their product but it seems it eats up more glass space. It is also the most expensive. The Pella rep was good and I think the Impervia is a good product but....the Infinity product I think looks better since it's a smooth surface. Pella's warranty is good but not as good as the Marvin.

The rep on the Marvin window was good, they are the least expensive, have the best warranty and seem to have the best components for ease of opening/tilting. Marvin also has the best financing deal right now.

Leaning towards the Marvin Infinity.

What say the Houzz community?

Of those 3 , the Marvin is a good choice.

Pella is crap. Marvin is fabulous and priced to match. Andersen is meh.