Why Consumers Trust Products with The Good Housekeeping Seal.

For more than 140 years, Good Housekeeping has been a trusted household name known for reliable, expert advice. Homeowners look for products that earn the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval, a recognized emblem indicating the product has been thoroughly evaluated for quality and performance. Multiple best-selling Simonton^® windows and patio doors have earned this prestigious recognition. Throughout the years, Good Housekeeping magazine, along with the Good Housekeeping Institute, has remained a trusted source of product information for millions of readers. With its long history and well-established testing standards, Good Housekeeping has built a strong foundation of consumer trust.

Simonton Products with the Good Housekeeping Seal

Best-selling Simonton windows and doors passed extensive testing at the GHI lab and earned the Good Housekeeping Seal. Simonton is known for quality, energy efficiency and durability. From AAMA Gold Certification to products that can meet ENERGY STAR^® criteria, receiving the Seal further underscores the years of innovation and technology invested in our windows and doors. Recognized Simonton windows and doors include:

• 5500 Double Hung Window
• Inovo^® Sliding Patio Door
• DaylightMax^® Sliding Window
• Contemporary Sliding Patio Door
• ComfortSmart^™ Double Hung Window
• Contractor Double Hung Window

The Good Housekeeping Institute also spotlights the most innovative and reliable products and services in home improvement with its annual Good Housekeeping Reno Awards. The products are selected following a six-month, over 10,000-hour evaluation process by the Home Improvement & Outdoor Lab. In the Winning Windows and Doors category, the Simonton 5500 Double Hung window was recognized in the 2026 Reno Awards, with the Simonton MaxView^™ Multi-Slide Patio Door honored in 2025. Both the Seal and the Reno Award provide valuable consumer information, but the Seal offers a strict quality guarantee backed by an additional two-year Good Housekeeping warranty.

The History of Good Housekeeping

Good Housekeeping was established in 1885 by Clark W. Bryan, who envisioned a publication dedicated to improving the quality of life in American homes. The magazine grew in popularity by offering readers current recipes, cleaning tips and practical household advice. It evolved over the decades by expanding into product testing and online resources.

The Good Housekeeping Institute

Founded in 1900, the Good Housekeeping Institute (GHI) was created as a center dedicated to scientific research and product testing. Their goal is to provide unbiased, evidence-based reviews of household products and services. Located in New York City’s Hearst Tower, GHI is staffed with specialists from every major industry, who examine thousands of consumer products each year.

Good Housekeeping’s credibility with homeowners comes from its trusted product testing. Good Housekeeping’s state-of-the-art laboratories follow demanding protocols to examine products for safety, performance and durability. The findings give readers reliable insight into which products deliver on their claims. GHI also keeps consumers informed about recalls and safety concerns to further strengthen its reputation for integrity.

The Good Housekeeping Seal is Trusted by Consumers

Not every product that is submitted receives the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval. Only products that meet GHI’s quality and performance standards will be selected, assuring consumers that they have passed GHI’s rigorous testing. Consumers trust the Good Housekeeping Seal because its evaluations are demanding and transparent. To further support their evaluations, Good Housekeeping offers an additional two-year warranty on any product that carries the seal. If the product is found defective within two years of purchase, Good Housekeeping will refund the purchase price or up to $2,000, whichever is less.

Trust the Seal

For more than a century, Good Housekeeping has been a guiding force for consumers, helping them make informed decisions for quality and reliability. They are a trusted authority for product recommendations. When a product receives the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval, consumers can be confident they are purchasing a rigorously evaluated item from an organization committed to excellence and focused on providing the best products for families and homes.

To learn more about best-selling Simonton windows and doors that have earned the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval, visit simonton.com/good-housekeeping.