Discussion Board Forum for Vinyl Windows

I am close to making a decision on my windows, and I need just a little more advice. I am looking at the platinum series, and am wanting to get quotes on the following packages. 3/0-5/0 DH, tan,grids,half screen,aluminum at the meeting rails, Glass pkg as follows ndxr5 ndx3p2 dual low e 270 ndx secu...

We are about 90 miles from Louisvill, just south of lexington.

Can anyone recommend a different simonton glass pack that might be more appropriate for my area? I would like to have a lower u factor, depending on the cost to upgrade. My best quote at this time is 5800, for 10 dh 3x5 described as above, and 1 slider. I guess what I am asking, is , are there bette...

Thanks WoW for the reply. I had requested the laminated glass for some sound issues we have from some train tracks about 1/4 mile away. It raises the cost of all the units about 1800$, which we are debating. Do you think the prosolar package is adequate for my area? The only thing that changes if I ...

I have quotes on the simonton Platinum 1"igu super spacer laminated glass which they call ndxsecure, low e prosolar, aluminum at the meeting rail. With the prosolar, and 1 "igu the u factor is 30, shgc is 24, for a single double hung unit. The dp is a 55. I live in Ky with an east west exp...

Thanks Bill, The updated quotes I received today, included Lami glass. I was very impressed with the price, which was only an 800 upgrade for 10 windows. The saleswoman indicated that she could not make the 72x80 sliding glass door with lami glass, and have it meet the tax credit numbers. Is this co...

Ok guys, I have some quotes in, and I am leaning toward the simonton Platinum/5500. It has always been quoted with the low e 366, and I always ask for the super spacer. After going back and rereading some posts, I am concerned that I might need the prosolar package instead for the higher shgc. I liv...

After a suggested break from window shopping, I have talked to Okna(does not sell this far west), and Gorell. The Gorell window looks awesome, and has good numbers. It is offered with many glass options, the one they were pushinghad u-.25, and shgc-.20. Can anyone give me an opinion of the window I ...

This is odd, now that I've gone offline and back on they are gone, I am assuming they mark the posts you have viewed, but they were not on the posts form other members though. I was joking about the blackliast, but I am still curious.JM

Thanks for the reply. Some time off might be a good thing, as I am getting a little tired trying to sort through all the info. Can anyone suggest a good reputable installer around central Ky that I can contact for some of these brands. thanks again. Jeff

I was just curious if an administrator, or moderator could explain the black dot beside the post icon on all of mny posts? Am I being blackballed for some reason. Jeff

OK, so there is not much positive to say for Viwinco. If this were your home, what would you install in your own home? Money is always an issue, but spending more to get better is not always a bad thing. There is a limit for everyone, I'll know mine when I see it. Seriously, Okna,softlite,champion,m...

I have my window quotes in, and need some help. 3dbl 3/0-5/0, 2 sngl3/0-5/0, one sngl half round, 2sngl 3/0-3/0, 1 72x80 slider. Viwinco windows Very experienced viwinco installer who is a personal friend, and I trust his abilities, but I want more opinions on the value of these windows. All oceanvi...

I recieived the window quote today, for all the combinations, and would like some input. Viwinco windows, cambridge line, 3 dbls, 4 sngls, 1 half round, and 1 72x80 slider.....3157 Windows only Same windows, Cambridge in front, 2dbls, 1sngl, 1halfround/Oceanview laminated glass in rear toward the no...

Many thanks for your time and expertice. This forum is such a huge help because of those of you who take the time to respond. Thanks. JM