Wall thickness is an easy thing to cut corners on and hard to see. Here's why it matters.
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It determines the frame's rigidity. Sound thickness resists warping and supports hardware and glass; thin walls flex and warp over time.
Not easily once it's a finished window — which is why cheap profile sometimes thins it. Ask the maker and choose a quality branded system.
Usually yes — it shows up later as flex and warping, costing more than it saved.
Related guides covering this topic from other angles — different products, applications, or contexts.
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