When choosing weatherstripping, think about how heavily the doors and windows are used, and consider more durable materials for more highly trafficked areas. According to the U.S. Department of Energy's weatherstripping guide, tapes backed with foam or EDPM rubber are inexpensive but not especially durable, making them suited to places where less wear is expected. Vinyl is typically a little more expensive, but also more durable. Also, remember when installing weatherstripping that the point is to create a tighter seal around the moving pieces of a building that open it to the environment—but these doors and windows should still be able to move easily. Read more about types of weatherstripping.