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by masterext
Mon Feb 26, 2024 3:54 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna for sound abatement in South Jersey
Replies: 2
Views: 64

Re: Okna for sound abatement in South Jersey

Okna's sound reduction glass on the 600 series has a better rating than their laminated glass option and its less expensive. We go from bergen county to union county and everything in between. There is a Philly guy somewhere on the board.
by masterext
Tue May 09, 2023 10:23 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: v5000 Restorationn (Sunrise) vs Okna 500
Replies: 7
Views: 26792

Re: v5000 Restorationn (Sunrise) vs Okna 500

Consider yourself in good hands if you are already in contact with WOW. He also makes a strong point regarding the overall strength of the Okna frame.
MI buying Sunrise is akin to Motel 6 buying The Ritz.
by masterext
Fri May 05, 2023 9:56 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Sunrise v Andersen v Pella
Replies: 5
Views: 11808

Re: Sunrise v Andersen v Pella

Out of the 3 quotes you have? Definitely sunrise.
by masterext
Thu May 04, 2023 5:35 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Sunrise Vinyl or Pella Impervia Fiberglass
Replies: 10
Views: 21533

Re: Sunrise Vinyl or Pella Impervia Fiberglass

Sunrise is superior and MUCH more superior than pella impervia.
by masterext
Wed Apr 13, 2022 2:44 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Requesting Help on Window Selection
Replies: 9
Views: 16088

Re: Requesting Help on Window Selection

“ not to mention that the address listed with BBB appears to be a parking garage.”

I really needed a good laugh today.
I would give Wayne “ the window nerd” a call.
by masterext
Sun Apr 03, 2022 9:59 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna Insultec vs Provia aspect
Replies: 7
Views: 18828

Re: Okna Insultec vs Provia aspect

If you are in Northern VA, you may want to reach out to “Windows on Washington”. The owner ( Eric ) is a very nice guy and runs a very respectable business. I think he offers the Okna product as well which is a step or two above the provia product.
by masterext
Thu Jan 06, 2022 9:51 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Replacement Windows in Metro Detroit Area
Replies: 14
Views: 45018

Re: Replacement Windows in Metro Detroit Area

TheWindowNerd wrote: Sat Nov 20, 2021 11:49 am I would suggest SL or Sunrise.
I would stay away from NorthStar primarily for the bad design of a pocket sill.

theWindownerd
I totally agree with that. Go with soft lite or sunrise, they are built much better than north star.
by masterext
Wed Dec 01, 2021 8:18 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: ---------------------------------------
Replies: 17
Views: 106975

Re: Softlite Imperial Elite vs Joyce Heritage

As I said on the other board, Joyce make a pretty nice window and it seems to be well made.
by masterext
Sun Nov 28, 2021 10:41 am
Forum: Window Reviews
Topic: Okna 500 vs 600 series
Replies: 11
Views: 24363

Re: Okna 500 vs 600 series

The Okna 600 does in fact have an interlock in the header similar to the 800. The 500 does not have that feature, i have both the 500 and 600 in my showroom. The okna 600 also has a sill interlock and structural reinforcement which the 500 also does not have. Most guys that offer the 800 dont offer ...
by masterext
Thu Nov 04, 2021 8:25 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Vytex GrandView v Vytex Fortis
Replies: 12
Views: 48176

Re: Vytex GrandView v Vytex Fortis

Yes Wayne, we have and we liked it. I havent used it in a while but they have since added new locks that are super sharp looking.
by masterext
Thu Oct 28, 2021 1:28 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Vytex GrandView v Vytex Fortis
Replies: 12
Views: 48176

Re: Vytex GrandView v Vytex Fortis

The Fortis is a vision extrusion and kind of a cross between a soft lite and sunrise.
by masterext
Thu Sep 02, 2021 10:27 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Pure Core Platinum windows
Replies: 41
Views: 101671

Re: Pure Core Platinum windows

to me, 50 year warranty is beyond lifetime.
if there is a faulty install, it will show up within a year so in that sense a 2 year labor warranty is fine.
by masterext
Wed Sep 01, 2021 2:20 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Pure Core Platinum windows
Replies: 41
Views: 101671

Re: Pure Core Platinum windows

Ignore the “ full frame “ replacement, thats just a recommendation by sunrise since they also sell all the trim.. Both are very good products and you will be happy with either. As far as warranty, Sunrise makes the window with a private label so they will warranty it just as they would any other sun...
by masterext
Mon Aug 30, 2021 11:03 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Pure Core Platinum windows
Replies: 41
Views: 101671

Re: Pure Core Platinum windows

Great advice and examples above. I also agree with you when you say you want a “ fair price” which is much different than a cheap price.
by masterext
Fri Apr 30, 2021 8:42 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna 500 dx estimate
Replies: 74
Views: 1871170

Re: Okna 500 dx estimate

agree. no red flags.
as far as you wanting pvc trim board; unless that was specified in the contract there is no way a company would do that. If you want it, not only would the company have to agree to it, they would need to charge you for it and it is very expensive.I would keep what you have.