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by Lakefamily
Thu Dec 13, 2012 9:58 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Polaris Ultra Weld frame size?
Replies: 13
Views: 12988

Polaris Ultra Weld vs Simonton Prism Platinum

Sorry but what does a rating of .27cfm man? Should it be higher or lower. Where can I find similar ratings for the windows below I'm considering. As of now, we've eliminated fiberglass as an option for various reasons and are narrowed down to two manufacturers: Polaris Ultra-Weld and Simonton Prism ...
by Lakefamily
Wed Dec 12, 2012 5:55 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Polaris Ultra Weld frame size?
Replies: 13
Views: 12988

Re: Polaris Ultra Weld frame size?

Most sliders I've looked at have a frame size of 2 inches or just a fraction less, even the Marvin, as I just discovered. However, Simonton has a collection of windows called the Daylight Max which has less frame and more glass, as much as 40 percent more viewing area depending on window size. Is an...
by Lakefamily
Wed Dec 12, 2012 10:40 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Polaris Ultra Weld frame size?
Replies: 13
Views: 12988

Re: Polaris Ultra Weld frame size?

Good to know...thanks for your help.
by Lakefamily
Wed Dec 12, 2012 10:00 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Polaris Ultra Weld frame size?
Replies: 13
Views: 12988

Re: Polaris Ultra Weld frame size?

Thanks for your input. It's an important measurement to us since we have a great view and don't want it obstructed. Our current window that will be replaced has a 1 1/2 " thickness and we'd like it not to be more than that. We're also going to compare the Simonton 9800 and the Marvin Infinity. ...
by Lakefamily
Wed Dec 12, 2012 9:04 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Polaris Ultra Weld frame size?
Replies: 13
Views: 12988

Polaris Ultra Weld frame size?

I received a quote for Polaris Ultra-Weld windows. Two are for somewhat large sliders (50"W X 77"H and 62"X 87). Each will have a slider on each side of a fixed window. I've read on this forum that Polaris Ultra-Weld windows have a somewhat wide profile. Does anyone have any informati...