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For more than 30 years, Cabling Installation & Maintenance has provided useful, practical information to professionals responsible for the specification, design, installation and management of structured cabling systems serving enterprise, data center and other environments. These professionals are challenged to stay informed of constantly evolving standards, system-design and installation approaches, product and system capabilities, technologies, as well as applications that rely on high-performance structured cabling systems. Our editors synthesize these complex issues into multiple information products. This portfolio of information products provides concrete detail that improves the efficiency of day-to-day operations, and equips cabling professionals with the perspective that enables strategic planning for networks’ optimum long-term performance.

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Cornerstone Building Brands Enhances Leading Simonton® Windows & Doors Product Lines with Bold New Black and Bronze Interior and Exterior Finishes

Cornerstone Building Brands, a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America, proudly introduces bold, on-trend black and bronze interior and exterior finishes for its leading Simonton® Window & Door collections. These products are designed to meet the growing consumer demand for sleek, modern designs inside and outside the home.

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250722083448/en/

Simonton® 5500 double-hung windows featuring a black laminate interior finish. (Photo courtesy of Cornerstone Building Brands.)

Simonton® 5500 double-hung windows featuring a black laminate interior finish. (Photo courtesy of Cornerstone Building Brands.)

The technologies that create these bold finishes — lamination and coextrusion — deliver the high performance behind the aesthetic appeal. Advanced manufacturing processes enable residential contractors and dealers to offer their customers resilient dark color finishes on high-quality, durable and weather-resistant vinyl windows.

Durable laminate technology offers premium finishes, including black or bronze, for both interiors and exteriors. Meanwhile, coextrusion technology bonds multiple layers of material in a single step, integrating UV protection and color directly into the product. In both cases, customers will enjoy the low-maintenance benefits and aesthetics of these long-lasting finishes.

"Homeowners want modern design without compromising performance," said Kate Land, vice president of product innovation at Cornerstone Building Brands. "Incorporating these innovative, durable finishes into our premium vinyl window and door collections delivers exactly that. These bold color options elevate a home’s overall design, while the advanced glass and functionality of these vinyl windows deliver the highest standards of durability and energy efficiency.”

The expanded, bold-colored lineup includes:

  • 5500 Window Collection | Premium Interior and Exterior Black Laminate & Exterior Bronze Laminate: The classic-styled 5500 Collection, available in the Eastern regions of the United States, offers a range of strong, weather-resistant design options that help ensure years of reliable performance. For increased energy efficiency, they can be customized to meet ENERGY STAR® requirements, with select triple pane styles recognized as the Most Efficient of ENERGY STAR in 2025.
  • Inovo® Patio Door | Premium Interior and Exterior Black Laminate & Exterior Bronze Laminate: Known for superior operation and functionality, the Inovo Patio Door has an innovative monorail system that delivers a smooth, rattle-free glide and weathertight performance. This classic style door is available nationwide in 2-, 3- and 4-lite configurations, with energy-efficient glass options to meet the needs of any home.
  • DaylightMax® Window Collection | Premium Interior and Exterior Black Laminate & Exterior Bronze Laminate: The narrow frame design of the DaylightMax windows delivers more glass and less frame, enhancing views and allowing more natural light into a home. Available in Western regions of the United States, with a Premium Interior Bronze Laminate option coming soon, energy-efficient glass options can be customized to meet ENERGY STAR requirements for any climate zone to help reduce energy costs and increase year-round comfort.
  • Contemporary Patio Door Collection | Premium Interior and Exterior Black Laminate & Exterior Bronze Laminate: The Contemporary Patio Door Collection offers a sleek, streamlined frame design for more natural light. Doors can be configured in larger sizes, with up to four panels. For increased energy efficiency, advanced glass packages are available to meet ENERGY STAR requirements for any climate zone. Available in Western regions of the United States, with a Premium Interior Bronze Laminate option coming soon.
  • ComfortSmart Window Collection | Coextruded Black & Bronze Exterior Colors, Laminate Black & Bronze Interior Colors: The ComfortSmart Window Collection is designed with a narrow frame to maximize the viewing area and light. For superior comfort and thermal performance, these windows have an insulated frame option. Select styles with triple pane glass are recognized as the Most Efficient of ENERGY STAR in 2025. Available in Eastern regions of the United States.
  • MaxView Multi-Slide Patio Door Collection | Coextruded Black & Bronze Exterior Colors: These expansive sliding patio doors will seamlessly connect interior and exterior living spaces. With custom sizing up to 10’ high and 30’ wide, the MaxView Multi-Slide Patio Door Collection is available in Eastern regions of the United States and come in 1-, 2-, 3-, 4- and 6-panel options in by-pass, pocket or bi-part configurations.

New dark window and door options are available to order now through the AccuQuote ordering system. For more information, visit www.simonton.com/bold-colors/.

About Cornerstone Building Brands

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.

These bold color options elevate a home’s overall design, while the advanced glass and functionality of these vinyl windows deliver the highest standards of durability and energy efficiency.

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