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by RBK24
Wed Dec 22, 2010 7:50 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: installation screening
Replies: 5
Views: 3360

Re: installation screening

Shouldn't I insist expanding foam is used b/w the brick and the wall? Or is something else acceptable?
by RBK24
Wed Dec 22, 2010 6:50 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: installation screening
Replies: 5
Views: 3360

Re: installation screening

Thanks. What is capping? Is that the same as wrapping? If so, what exactly does this mean? And how does this differ from trim? I get confused about how the outside is finished.

What type of trim coil and caulk should I be looking for them to use?
by RBK24
Wed Dec 22, 2010 1:26 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: installation screening
Replies: 5
Views: 3360

installation screening

Replacing 20 windows w/ vinyl DHs and I want to be sure I really screen the dealers regarding their installation process. I'm in Cincinnati, all brick home. What do I need to cover to be sure the windows are installed and finished the right way? I talking about inquiring about specific steps in the ...
by RBK24
Tue Dec 21, 2010 9:56 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: question about mil thickness, glass loss and performance
Replies: 9
Views: 6003

Re: question about mil thickness, glass loss and performance

Thanks for clarifying HomeSealed, I was confused.
by RBK24
Tue Dec 21, 2010 7:08 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: question about mil thickness, glass loss and performance
Replies: 9
Views: 6003

Re: question about mil thickness, glass loss and performance

Thanks. Do you think, based on those dimensions, that I am correct in looking for something a little less thick? I'd rather not be restricted by this but I'm afraid if I don't prioritize this the windows may look odd.
by RBK24
Mon Dec 20, 2010 2:40 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: question about mil thickness, glass loss and performance
Replies: 9
Views: 6003

question about mil thickness, glass loss and performance

Several of the DHs I'm going to replace are slimmer windows (69 L x 30 W and 49 L x 31 W). With a window like that, I would think it would be a good idea to look for a less bulky window to maximize glass correct? What kind of mil thickness should I be looking for? By doing this, how much am I sacrif...
by RBK24
Fri Dec 17, 2010 10:25 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: rank these please?
Replies: 2
Views: 2621

rank these please?

I live in Cincinnati, OH and looking to replace 20 DHs. Can I get some help ranking these window options?

Soft-Lite Elements
Sunrise
Simonton 5500
Soft-Lite Imperial LS
Gorrell 51 or 53 series
VinylKraft 5500
by RBK24
Fri Dec 17, 2010 2:25 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Vinyl Replacement Battle Royale
Replies: 1
Views: 1919

Vinyl Replacement Battle Royale

I'm replacing 20 DH windows. I'm trying to decide how many dealers to bring in. I'm scheduling 3 and trying to decide if I should schedule a 4th. Here are the window brands they sell. Would you suggest I not schedule to get a proposal on one of these brands b/c they don't measure up to the others? A...
by RBK24
Mon Nov 29, 2010 1:22 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Alside Ultramax upgraded by window company
Replies: 11
Views: 6638

Alside Ultramax upgraded by window company

I'm looking at a window company that has Alside manufacture an upgraded version of the Alside Ultramax to their own specs. I'm just getting started researching this so I don't know all the lingo but he said the wrap and frame are upgraded with foam insulation and they have super spacer technology wh...