Vinyl windows make up the largest segment of the replacement window market. They don’t need to be painted or stained, but you’ll probably find fewer options when choosing colors and hardware.

Vinyl windows make up the largest segment of the replacement window market. They don’t need to be painted or stained, but you’ll probably find fewer options when choosing colors and hardware.

Replacing your windows is expensive. Here is how to choose the right windows for your home plus the best windows from Consumer Reports' tests.