RW Topics of the Week Archive
2017
October
10-09-2017 Issue:
Pella 250 vs Window World, L-Shape Joints and what they're made for, Fiberglass/Composite Replacement windows and more! Read More
10-23-2017 Issue:
Maintaining Transom, New Construction Windows, Replacing Damaged Basement Windows and understanding Window Gas Read More
September
09-18-2017 Issue:
Color advice for glass replacement, fiberglass vs vinyl, and replacing aluminium windows. Read More
August
08-21-2017 Issue:
Color advice for glass replacement, fiberglass vs vinyl, and replacing aluminium windows. Read More
July
07-17-2017 Issue:
Color advice for glass replacement, fiberglass vs vinyl, and replacing aluminium windows. Read More
June
06-05-2017 Issue:
Replacing hail-damaged windows, Home Craftsman 8100, and Okna Vs. Sunrise Read More
May
05-15-2017 Issue:
$54k for windows and siding? Installation Warranty on Replacement Windows and Windows in Kansas Read More
April
04-16-2017 Issue:
Replacing windows in Colorado, Burris windows (a bad investment?), and buying windows in Chicagoland!Read More
March
03-27-2017 Issue:
Replacing windows in Colorado, Burris windows (a bad investment?), and buying windows in Chicagoland!Read More
03-13-2017 Issue:
Which quote is right? Replacement windows from big box stores? Windows at a 7000 foot altitude...and more!Read More
February
02-13-2017 Issue:
Vinyl vinyl everwhere...clueless about windows and matching wood interior Read More
02-06-2017 Issue:
Minimizing road noise, Okna seal failure, and tough choices on replacement windows. Read More
January
01-30-2017 Issue:
Okna 500 vs 800, Looking for replacement parts, and Power Home Remodeling reviews? Read More
01-02-2017 Issue:
Windows in California, Energy Efficiency, and Deciding between two brandsRead More
2016
December
12-19-2016 Issue:
Weathershield, Sprouse, or...? Gap in new slocomb windows, and deciding between different brands! Read More
November
11-28-2016 Issue:
DIY Replacement or call a Pro? What's wrong with this window? PGT Failure and the Importance of spacers! Read More
11-14-2016 Issue:
Water dripping in new installation, judging a window by it's salesman, shady window sales tactics, and Intercept spacers. Read More
October
10-10-2016 Issue:
Fixing Cracked Windows, Who Made My Windows, and Vinyl Sliding French Doors? Read More
September
09-26-2016 Issue:
Windows in Boston, Windsor vs Simonton, The Right Patio Door and Why Vinyl? Read More
09-12-2016 Issue:
Help in Colorado, Alside Mezzo, Simonton 50/50, or...? To full tear or not to full tear? Read More
August
08-29-2016 Issue:
Choosing a basement window, working with noise, DIY Replacements, and Pressure Ratings! Read More
08-15-2016 Issue:
New windows in a 22 year old home, Working with old trim, Soft-Lite Elements, and Window Insulation Read More
July
07-25-2016 Issue:
Newly installed windo issues, large storm window questions, and how can you tell if an installer is qualified? Read More
07-11-2016 Issue:
Avoiding Slimy Sales Tactics, Soft-Lite Imperial LS and Tricky Installs. Also, preparing for hurrican season.Read More
June
06-27-2016 Issue:
Windows in a new construction home, Am I getting ripped off, reattaching window trim and Window Ratings/Values.Read More
06-13-2016 Issue:
Windows in a new construction home, How to measure with two different openings, and finding the right installer?Read More
May
05-30-2016 Issue:
Avoiding direct sun glare and water reflection, Sash/Tilt Pack Kit vs Insert, Quality and Budget Friendly WindowsRead More
05-16-2016 Issue:
Alside 8000 Series, Choosing between three windows, and Vistamark windows Read More
05-02-2016 Issue:
Thermal Industries Legance vs Sunrise Essentials, Polystyrene Foam Efficiency, Sunrise P2210 or Soft Lite Impearal LS? Wooden Windows too! Read More
April
04-18-2016 Issue:
Low quote too good to be true? Windows for noise abatement? And best Bow Windows. Read More
04-04-2016 Issue:
Simonton Reflections 5500 vs American Jewel 3000, Big Box Windows in Iowa, Advice on Bay Windows and Double Vision. Read More
March
03-21-2016 Issue:
Showcase 200 vs Plygem 6100, Replacing 30-Year Old Picture Windows, Alside Mezzo and Slocomb Harmony, are they low grade?Read More
03-07-2016 Issue:
Traco Tilt Windows. Nails, Caulk, and no shims? New windows in Dallas, TX? Read More
Febuary
02-22-2016 Issue:
Provia Windows, Okna 500DX, New Construction vs Replacement Windows and Super spacers with warm-edge technologyRead More
02-07-2016 Issue:
Reducing sounds, drafty windows and installation, trimming windows and dessicant Read More
January
01-11-2016 Issue:
Is Vinyl OK in Canada? Single vs Dual Arm Casement Windows, and Oknas Warranty Read More
01-25-2016 Issue:
High energy bill after new windows, which vinyl brand to choose, replacement window methods and the best of Oberon! Read More
2015
December
12-14-2015 Issue:
Silverline or Ideal Windows? Nails, Shims and Questions! Vinyl windows and siding...and what window choices are right for you? Read More
12-28-2015 Issue:
Harvey Tribute or Okna 500 in CT? Something better than Lowes or Home Depot? Soft-Lite comparisons, and different types of glass for different types of windows. Read More
November
11-09-2015 Issue:
Okna Sliders with weepholes, Replacing 20 year old windows, bad vibe equal bad deal? Read More
11-30-2015 Issue:
$8k for 3 windows, too much? Okna Sliding doors, and What is a window pane? Read More
October
10-05-2015 Issue:
Marvin Windows - peeling paint and splitting wood, Window World vs Burris Windows? Read More
10-16-2015 Issue:
Swiggle Spacer System, Affordable price, but quality window? New windows with a leak and crack!Read More
September
09-07-2015 Issue:
Okna 800 or 800 DX, When does Triple Pane make sense? Truth vs Hype? Read More
09-21-2015 Issue:
Spots between panes with Gorell, Replacing windows in a brick home, Triple Pane too heavy? Read More
August
08-03-2015 Issue:
DIY Tips, CGI or PGT for aluminum windows, is Amerimax worth the extra Money? Read More
08-17-2015 Issue:
Taken for a ride by champion windows? Budget Friendly Windows? Gorell Seal Fiberglass Windows... Read More
July
07-06-2015 Issue:
Is a waterproof membrane necessary? Okna Starmark Gap Issue, Pella Patio door Problems! Read More
07-20-2015 Issue:
Andersen 400 vs Simonton 5050, PGT Window Glass and Green Tint? Reparining Roten Wod Windows...Tim's window tips Read More
June
06-08-2015 Issue:
Installing insert windows without a sash-track? New windows less quiet than the old ones? Will these sunrise windows lose their tightness? Read More
May
05-04-2015 Issue:
Lowewen Vs Marin vs Andersen Vs Pella, Champion Windows, Importance of Foam Insulation! Read More
05-25-2015 Issue:
Sound Transmission Class Ratings, Okna 800 vs 1800, Handling a bad install? Read More
April
04-13-2015 Issue:
Good deal on Hi-Mark? $12k for 4 installed PGT Sliding doors? Okna 500 vs Harvey Tribute! Read More
March
03-09-2015 Issue:
Choosing a glass package? Winter window problems and Vinyl Gorell Sliding door warping! Read More
03-16-2015 Issue:
Drafty Starmark Windows, DIY Window Installation, Broken Lock on Gorell Windows! Read More
03-30-2015 Issue:
Replace the windows or replace the glass? Sunrise Casement Windows, Best options for new windows in Maryland? Read More
Febuary
02-02-2015 Issue:
Vista Panorama a comprable brand? Did our advice help this member 5 months ago? Can vinyl keep a home warm in the winters and cool in the summer? Need help with the Lingo? Read our Windows 101 Post! Read More
02-16-2015 Issue:
Provia VT800 vs Soft-Lite Barrington, Vinyl Windows in Idaho, Replacing Angled windows? Which ratings are important? Read More
January
01-05-2015 Issue:
Windows in St. Louis, Replace Windows or just the weather stripping? Removing screens for cleaning..? Read More
01-19-2015 Issue:
Replacing just the panes, or replacing the whole window? Going crazy shopping for windows! Warped Windows! Read More
2014
December
12-01-2014 Issue:
New Windows in Illinois, Fogging in between Glass Panes, Replacing Large Direct Set Windows Read More
12-15-2014 Issue:
Self Cleaning Glass, Marvin Infinity and Okna 800 Installations, New Windows too Hot, and why Acrylic windows aren't readily available Read More
November
11-03-2014 Issue:
Patio Doors In Pittsburgh, Window Replacements in a 1917 Home, Plygem vs Milgard Windows, Low-E Hard vs Soft Coat Read More
11-17-2014 Issue:
Anlin Windows and soundproofing, Colored Viny Windows, Ohio Windows, 100 Best Window Brands! Read More
October
10-06-2014 Issue:
Three-Pane Surise vs Two-Pane Soft-Lite Doors, NT Windows, Decent Price for Alside Climatech? And Outside Noise! Read More
10-20-2014 Issue:
Window Shopping in St. Louis, Vinyl Bay Window vs Fiberglass 3-Panel Slider, Wood Windows in MN Read More
September
09-08-2014 Issue:
Insert window or full replacement? Perfect Windows in Pittsburgh. Marvin Ultrex vs RBA Fibrex. Window Choices and Consideration!Read More
09-22-2014 Issue:
Is $1000 per window too much? How will new windows look with Vinyl and Stone? Which windows can stand up against the harsh Detroit Climate? Low-E: Hard Coat vs Soft CoatRead More
July
07-07-2014 Issue:
Warm Edge Tech, Plygem vs Simonton, Garden Windows - good affordable brand? Sliders cheaper than Marvin?Read More
07-14-2014 Issue:
Vinyl Design Windows vs Simonton Windows, Windows in Connecticut, Casement to Double Hung windows, and Why Low-E and Argon are worth your money! Read More
June
06-02-2014 Issue:
Which windows can help increase property value? Best brands: alside, soft-lite, or sunrise? What to look for in a repalcement windows..Read More
06-09-2014 Issue:
Inline Fiberglass - a premium brand? Replacing a leaky patio door, and good compromise with SHGC...Read More
06-16-2014 Issue:
Sealant Showing on New Windows, Windows for Houston Texas Heat, Adding a built in J-Channel to new windows...Read More
06-23-2014 Issue:
Double Vision in New Windows, Champion Windows, Simonton in Daytona Beach, Okna vs Marvin...Read More
06-30-2014 Issue:
Foam Filled Frames, Soft-Lite Warranty - should you worry? Garden windows with a bad rap? Best Patio Door...?Read More
May
05-12-2014 Issue:
earn the Window-Lingo, Pela 250 Series vs Soft-Lite, AI Structural Rating Woes and White Vinyl Windows.Read More
05-19-2014 Issue:
Seabrooke for $8.9k, Townhouse windows - Okna, Simonton, or Soft-Lite, $15k for 22 Simonton windows?Read More
05-26-2014 Issue:
Tim's Tips, Faulty Windows - The installers fault? Sliding door bumping into a stationary fault - how to fix? Vinyl windows in big gaps? Read More
April
04-07-2014 Issue:
Removing Lead Paint, Condo Windows, Sunrise Standard vs Restoration/Vanguard.Read More
04-21-2014 Issue:
RW Weekly 04-21-2014 Issue: How can you tell when it's time for new windows? Dual pane windows and double vision, and window confusion in PA...Read More
04-27-2014 Issue:
RW Weekly 04-27-2014 Issue: Alside 3000 - whats the deal? Are ribbed spacers bad? Okna 500, 800...or? Read More
March
03-03-2014 Issue:
So many brands to choose from...Materials that look good without sacrificing quality?\Design Pressure Window Ratings can be confusing! Anlin Windows.Read More
03-10-2014 Issue:
Marvin Integrity Insert Double-Hung WIndows, Softlite Elements vs Pella 3500, and Simonton vs Pella vs ALside. Plus the Swiggle Spacer System! Read More
03-17-2014 Issue:
Sierra Pacific Windows, Expert Opinions from the Pros, and Visible Trasmittance! Read More
03-24-2014 Issue:
Pella ProLine vs Sunrise windows, Okna Insul-tec for $7150, and Okna Insultec Vs Vytex Fortis! Read More
03-31-2014 Issue:
Wood Interior and Aluminum Exterior, Acrylic Not an Option, and STC Ratings Read More
February
02-03-2014 Issue:
Replacing after condo fire, $15,760 for 16 windows, and Air Infiltration in Pella...Read More
02-10-2014 Issue:
Replcaing 23 year old windows, Breaking down a quote, New Windows in EIFS House...Read More
02-24-2014 Issue:
Meeting 2015 Energy Ratings, Breaking in A Sliding Door, Condo Windows, and Tim's Window Tips...Read More
January
01-06-2014 Issue:
Upgrading to Soft-Lite Windows to Triple-Pane, Champion Windows vs Liberty vs Aeris 800, How to Reomve Steel Casement... Read More
01-13-2014 Issue:
New windows in Dayton OH, To Replace or Not To Replace, Condensation - Is it normal?... Read More
01-20-2014 Issue:
Is inside moisture normal? Fire-code in apartment building - what kind of windows to buy? Fixing gaps in between the sash and frame. Read More
01-27-2014 Issue:
Gaps and Drafts - Who's fault? What makes premium...premium? And How to handle those pushy salesmen! Read More
2013
December
12-09-2013 Issue:
NE Kansas Window SHopping, Spacers: Metal vs Glass, Replacing Larger-Than-Aaverage Windows, Windows in Winter . . .Read More
12-16-2013 Issue:
Capping windows in the winter, Park Ave windows worth the cost? Interior condensation. . .Read More
12-23-2013 Issue:
The "Marketing House" Sales Pitch - is it really a deal? And are Replacement Windows less watertight than New Construction?. . .Read More
November
11-04-2013 Issue:
Fiberglass and Viny Installation Seals, Maintenance Free Windows, and Andersen Silverline 8500. . . Read More
11-11-2013 Issue:
New Construction Windows, Milgard Essence vs Marvin Windows, and High Solar Heat Gain Windows. Read More
11-25-2013 Issue:
Twelve-Foot Sliding Doors, Anderson Vs Plygem, and trouble finding premium windows Read More
October
10-07-2013 Issue:
Sunrise Tilt-In Windows, Quote Check: Soft-Lite, Andersen, Jeld-Wen, DIY Aluminum Sliders... Read More
10-14-2013 Issue:
Replacing windows and brick mold, Western Virgina Replacement Windows, and Window World vs Pella. Read More
10-21-2013 Issue:
Replacing windows in Chicago, Air Infiltration, and Vinyl in Hot climates... Read More
10-28-2013 Issue:
What is stronger than Vinyl or Wood? Simonton 9800 Hurricane Protection and Burris Windows. Read More
September
09-02-2013 Issue:
Brick Veneer, Retrofitting and Energy Efficiency, Comfort Worl 400 vs Pella 350 ... Read More
09-16-2013 Issue:
MI Windows, Replacing Townhouse Windows, and Windows in the middle of nowhere...Read More
09-23-2013 Issue:
Alside Challenger 800 alternatives, Shopping for Patio Windows, and Window Materials: Vinyl, Fiberglass, or Fibrex? Read More
09-30-2013 Issue:
Stormtight Window Installation Gone Bad! Laminated Glass vs. Tempered Glass? Reasonable Replacement Window costs?
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August
08-05-2013 Issue:
Okna 400 vs Champion Vinyl, Serious Windows Inserts vs Full Tear Outs, Alside Ultramax ... Read More
08-12-2013 Issue:
Mathews Brothers Windows in Rhode Island, HiMark 800 vs Marvin Integrity, and Okna 400 prices ... Read More
08-26-2013 Issue:
Alside Promenade vs. Himark 800, Slider Tilt and Turn Windows, Quality of Certianteed?... Read More
July
07-08-2013 Issue:
Matching white vinyl windows, Replacing narrow windows, Retrofit windows ... Read More
07-15-2013 Issue:
Tips for the complicated process of replacement window buying, Price check on Okna Windows - model 800 ... Read More
07-22-2013 Issue:
Price Check: Newton-Slocomb Premium Windows, Wincore Windows (Good Choice?), Simonton vs Ply-Gem vs EPI ... Read More
07-29-2013 Issue:
Okna vs Marvin Integrity, Thermally Broken Accordion Doors, New Windows in Arizona harsh Sun ... Read More
June
06-03-2013 Issue:
Quality of Starmark Sliding Doors, Majestic vs Dreamhouse, Sound Reduction in the City ... Read More
06-17-2013 Issue:
Replacing Windows on Marble Sills, Broken Crank Handle, and Okna Replacement Windows ... Read More
06-24-2013 Issue:
Low Cost, High Quality Windows, Hurricane Protection in Simonton, DIY: Replacing old Aluminum Sliders ... Read More
May
05-13-2013 Issue:
Double Hung vs Sliders, Best DIY Windows, and Okna vs Serious Windows ... Read More
05-20-2013 Issue:
Choosing between 4 windows, Replacing Windows with a professional (is it the best choice?), Plygem vs MI Designer Series ... Read More
05-27-2013 Issue:
Alternative to Sunrise Restoration or Vanguard Windows, Narrowing Down Window Choices, and Good Prices for Soft-Lite windows ... Read More
April
04-01-2013 Issue:
Windows for an addition, Okna 5500 Windows, and Best windows for a Sunroom ... Read More
04-08-2013 Issue:
Single Hung Windows: Simonton, Sunrise, Anderson or Amerimax Craftsmen? Good windows for a good price? What to look for in a better window ... Read More
04-15-2013 Issue:
Wood-like casement windows, Okna 800 installation photos, and Dissecting DP scores in Okna and Simonton windows. . . Read More
04-22-2013 Issue:
Wood-like casement windows, Okna 800 installation photos, and Dissecting DP scores in Okna and Simonton windows ... Read More
04-29-2013 Issue:
Alside Fairfield 80 Windows, Affinity Elite vs Okna 500 and 800, Sunrise Restorations Vinyl vs Marvin Infinity Fiberglass ... Read More
March
03-04-2013 Issue:
Simonton 5300 vs Pella 350, Anlin Windows and Sound-Deadening, Fiberglass Windows: Milgard or Marvin ... Read More
03-11-2013 Issue:
Gerkin Vinyl Windows, Buying windows' from unknown company (Majestic Windows), Blocking nearby train noises ... Read More
03-18-2013 Issue:
Lifelong Windows - Okna, Soft-Lite, or Sunrise? United Window and Door vs. Simonton, and Don Young Replacement Windows ... Read More
03-25-2013 Issue:
Okna vs Slocomb, New Window Shopper and all the options, Certian Teed, Eco Sheild, or Home Depot windows ... Read More
February
02-04-2013 Issue:
VPI Replacement Windows vs Milgard Tuscany, Encapsulating Lead Paint, Vytex Potomac Windows vs Soft-Lite ... Read More
02-11-2013 Issue:
Alside, Vantage Pointe, and Camelot prices - Affinity Elite, Best Windows for Surviving the Elements and Soundblocking ... Read More
02-18-2013 Issue:
Fiberglass Windows and Soundproofing, Maintenance Free Windows, and Okna 800 vs. Harvey Tribute ... Read More
02-25-2013 Issue:
Soft-Lite Windows for $7,312, Eathrwise Vinyl Windows, Big Windows with some longetivy ... Read More
January
01-07-2013 Issue:
Sunrise Verde's strenght Vs. Soft-Lite Imperial's great looks, changing window styles, and Replacing windows on a budget ... Read More
01-14-2013 Issue:
Vinyl Windows for under $10,000, Alternatives to Marvin Infiity, Best Windows in Texas ... Read More
01-21-2013 Issue:
Vinyl vs. Aluminum Windows, Retroactive Tax Credit, Schuco vs Soft-Lite Replacement Windows ... Read More
01-28-2013 Issue:
Okna 400, 500 or 800? Double Hung Windows in NJ from $3,100 to $7,100 and Marvin Integrity vs Pella Impervia ... Read More
2012
November
11-12-2012 Issue:
Milgard Essence vs Marvin Integrity, UValue, and Premium Survivor ... Read More
11-19-2012 Issue:
Visible Transmittance, Okna, Plygem, Fiberglass and Impact Windows ... Read More
11-26-2012 Issue:
Softlite Imperial vs Marvin Infinity, Radiating Cold, and Gorell 5300
... Read More
December
12-3-2012 Issue:
Which will keep you warmer? Jeld-Wen, Milgard, or Simonton? Softlite Elements, Harvey Classics ... Read More
12-10-2012 Issue:
Rental Property Windows, DIY Retrofit, Best Value: Windsor, Anderson, Softlite, or Jeld-Wen ... Read More
12-17-2012 Issue:
Alside Preservations, Okna Starmark...which is the best window? And read about Window glass coatings ... Read More
12-24-2012 Issue:
Budget Windows - Alside Excaliber or Ply Gem 2000, Replacement Sashes for Norco Windows, and Lowe E Coatings explained ... Read More
12-31-2012 Issue:
City Sound Reduction, Windows in harsh climate and reliablity of Mercury Excelum windows ... Read More