Our existing spiral balances are 24" long and the tip color is red (looks orange really). My question is if I replaced the existing spiral balances with a 24" blue tip balance would the balances last longer? I thought that the blue springs inside might be heavier duty? Thanks for your help.
Jim
Choosing a replacement spiral Balance
Quick Learner from Rochester, NH
May 22, 2020 12:03 pm
2 Replies
Casey from SWISCO
May 26, 2020 1:18 pm
Hi Jim,
I do not recommend switching to a different tip color if the red tip balances worked well up to this point. Balances are calibrated to support a specific sash weight and if you choose a tip that supports more than your windows sash weight, your window may not close all the way and your balances will most likely break.
