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by Understanding
Tue Aug 01, 2006 5:57 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Replacement windows
Replies: 3
Views: 2929

Have you checked out the NFRC website? This has been very helpful to me in my research about purchasing windows. This website gives the FACTS about window manufacturers. Depending on where you live how your window is rated is important. Whether you prefer argon/krypton gas filled windows (protecting...
by Understanding
Tue Aug 01, 2006 5:41 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Is it legal to put new construction into existing space?
Replies: 9
Views: 5062

Thanks,

Since I have to strip the wall, I'd prefer new installation over the replacement. Just wanted to know if it is legal since there was so much talk on what can and can not be done. Since I have vinyl siding it should be easier.
by Understanding
Mon Jul 31, 2006 12:52 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Is it legal to put new construction into existing space?
Replies: 9
Views: 5062

Paneless and Guy Thanks, I am replacing the trim in the entire home. The home has vinyl siding. The people who replaced the windows and put in the current double hungs did the worst job of fitting and trim work. There are 2" to 3" gaps from the frame to the drywall. Which is another reason...
by Understanding
Sun Jul 30, 2006 10:33 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Vinyl, Aluminum clad or Wood
Replies: 4
Views: 2894

Steel Reinforced

What about the Corona 4000? Im looking for a double hung window with transoms atop. Looking for low U with a moderate to high solar heat gain and mid VT? Which steel reinforced window would you recommend?[/list][/quote]
by Understanding
Sun Jul 30, 2006 10:28 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Vinyl, Aluminum clad or Wood
Replies: 4
Views: 2894

Schuco TPS MAXX, Power Q, Pella Impervia

Thanks paneless I've been looking into Schuco windows and others that have similar qualities. One question, I need clarity on.. I thought there was no such thing as virgin vinyl, but the website outlines their windows as virgin uPVC. Whats up? What exactly is the difference between schuco's TPS, pel...
by Understanding
Sun Jul 30, 2006 10:11 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Is it legal to put new construction into existing space?
Replies: 9
Views: 5062

Is it legal to put new construction into existing space?

I live in Chicago- The windows that I intend to purchase are new construction only. Can I place them into an existing frame with minimal modification (if required)? What is the level of difficulty?
by Understanding
Tue Jul 25, 2006 10:16 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Vinyl, Aluminum clad or Wood
Replies: 4
Views: 2894

Vinyl, Aluminum clad or Wood

I am in the market for replacement windows. I live in Chicago. I am of course concerned with the expansion and contraction of vinyl, and the rotting and swelling of wood. Don't know much about aluminum clad. Spoke to an Architect and he said he would recommend those windows. I have read a ton of ema...
by Understanding
Tue Jul 25, 2006 12:11 am
Forum: Window Industry
Topic: Need to decipher code of energy efficiency in windows
Replies: 0
Views: 3724

Need to decipher code of energy efficiency in windows

I am in the market for replacement windows. I live in Chicago. I am of course concerned with the expansion and contraction of vinyl, and the rotting and swelling of wood. Don't know much about aluminum clad. Spoke to an Architect and he said he would recommend those windows. I have read a ton of ema...