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by TheWindowNerd
Wed Apr 13, 2022 4:02 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Requesting Help on Window Selection
Replies: 9
Views: 17437

Re: Requesting Help on Window Selection

We use either the Okna 800dx or Vytex HP Potomac. We do mostly the 800dx, about as air tight as you can get.
by TheWindowNerd
Mon Apr 11, 2022 4:08 am
Forum: Window Reviews
Topic: Window Nation Grandview v. Provia Endure v. Fortis
Replies: 4
Views: 9804

Re: Window Nation Grandview v. Provia Endure v. Fortis

I agree, check out Windows on Washington.
by TheWindowNerd
Sat Apr 09, 2022 4:32 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Design Question - Fireplace Flanking Windows
Replies: 2
Views: 1820

Re: Design Question - Fireplace Flanking Windows

I would suggest wider windows to get as much bang for your buck as possible.

Either mock up the windows with painters tape on the wall or cut out two full size window mock up out of paper or cardboard, tape them on the wall stand back and decide.
by TheWindowNerd
Sat Apr 09, 2022 4:28 pm
Forum: Window Reviews
Topic: Window Nation Grandview v. Provia Endure v. Fortis
Replies: 4
Views: 9804

Re: Window Nation Grandview v. Provia Endure v. Fortis

From Vytex you should do Fortis or Potomac.
by TheWindowNerd
Wed Apr 06, 2022 9:41 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: ---------------------------------------
Replies: 17
Views: 117526

Re: ---------------------------------------

Fridge seemed a little caustic to me too.

Your experience will help others.
by TheWindowNerd
Wed Apr 06, 2022 8:11 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Cleaning vinyl windows after tornado.
Replies: 11
Views: 15086

Re: Cleaning vinyl windows after tornado.

The photos I have looked at have the glazing bead to the exterior. If so deglazing is not required. Just R&R stops and cleaning
by TheWindowNerd
Sun Apr 03, 2022 2:18 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna Insultec vs Provia aspect
Replies: 7
Views: 20477

Re: Okna Insultec vs Provia aspect

The Okna is a better window.

I also suggest you check in with Windows on Washington.
by TheWindowNerd
Sun Mar 27, 2022 7:21 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Sunrise V Model vs Simonton 5500 vs Wincore 7700
Replies: 22
Views: 20826

Re: Sunrise V Model vs Simonton 5500 vs Wincore 7700

Comparing it to Okna 800, Vytex Potomac, Sunrise Restoration, Soft Lite LS
by TheWindowNerd
Sun Mar 27, 2022 7:19 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Sunrise V Model vs Simonton 5500 vs Wincore 7700
Replies: 22
Views: 20826

Re: Sunrise V Model vs Simonton 5500 vs Wincore 7700

5500 drafty and thin extrusions. Many years ago they were a primary offering for us. We became more concerned with AL, and gladly moved to so much better product.
by TheWindowNerd
Sun Mar 27, 2022 7:15 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Cleaning vinyl windows after tornado.
Replies: 11
Views: 15086

Re: Cleaning vinyl windows after tornado.

I do not think you will get any cloth in there. You might be able to slide a new thin flexible putty knife in there and flick the debris out. Or you hire a window guy to remove the glazing bead, clean it off, reinstall. A good handy man might be able to do it. Take pictures before and have filed wit...
by TheWindowNerd
Thu Mar 03, 2022 5:13 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Which windows should I install, replacement or new construction windows?
Replies: 7
Views: 23740

Re: Which windows should I install, replacement or new construction windows?

In new construction n integral fin install makes sense. In retro/replacement doing an install without fin is fine.
All the above have to be done right and have no water leaks over the life cycle of the install.

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by TheWindowNerd
Tue Mar 01, 2022 6:25 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Black/Black vinyl windows
Replies: 11
Views: 7543

Re: Black/Black vinyl windows

Mike,
You still dealing with Sunrise?
Lead times?
by TheWindowNerd
Wed Jan 26, 2022 6:53 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Vytex Fortis, Provia Endure or Simonton Reflections?
Replies: 13
Views: 55426

Re: Vytex Fortis, Provia Endure or Simonton Reflections?

We have been dinking around with Vytex as an alternative window, using the Potomac HP.
I hate being single sourced in anyone product.

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by TheWindowNerd
Mon Jan 17, 2022 1:54 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna double or triple paned?
Replies: 8
Views: 6280

Re: Okna double or triple paned?

Very good pricing.
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by TheWindowNerd
Sat Jan 15, 2022 9:22 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna Window Questions
Replies: 7
Views: 17022

Re: Okna Window Questions

Most standard trim styles can be gotten in primed, actually it is hard to find it not primed. I like prefinished, but when painted it creates a problem with nails holes and putty. Even if white the best result is to fill holes and then top coat the whole unit if you do not want to see the the fillin...