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- Thu Oct 31, 2024 7:26 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Okna 500 vs 600 difference?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 550
Re: Okna 500 vs 600 difference?
The platform may be similar in terms of frame but the okna 600 does have those additional structural features which I view as important. Another window with nice features is by vytex; the potomac series. They have really stepped up their game and because they are somewhat local to us, we sometimes u...
- Thu Oct 31, 2024 1:29 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Okna 500 vs 600 difference?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 550
Re: Okna 500 vs 600 difference?
More likely they dont have access to the 600 series. Wouldnt hurt to get a quote for the 600 series. Soft lite gives dealers certain access to certain window series. I imagine okna does the same.
- Thu Oct 31, 2024 10:51 am
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Okna 500 vs 600 difference?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 550
Re: Okna 500 vs 600 difference?
They both have thinner frames/ more glass. However, the okna 600 series has structural sash reinforcement as well as a structural interlock in the sill. The 500 wont have those features. As a former installer who converted to the sales side of things, I think those structural features are important....
- Fri Oct 18, 2024 7:48 am
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Apex vs Sunrise vs Okna
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2472
Re: Apex vs Sunrise vs Okna
Maybe you have drywall returns and he wants to install with a flange and cut back the siding? That may sound a bit more logical in your situation. Apex offers a decent window just an fyi.
Capping does NOT trap moisture. That sounds like fake news from msnbc.
Capping does NOT trap moisture. That sounds like fake news from msnbc.
- Fri Oct 11, 2024 8:04 am
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Window (in)decision: Harvey Classics vs. Okna 600s vs. Marvin Essentials
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2489
Re: Window (in)decision: Harvey Classics vs. Okna 600s vs. Marvin Essentials
That was probably the "tribute" and not the classic. Tribute is a step above the classic but still kind of average.
- Thu Oct 10, 2024 8:07 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Whatever happened to Heat Mirror Windows?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 19065
Re: Whatever happened to Heat Mirror Windows?
agree Randy. Our company really thought about it since they improved the technology significantly but our new sales manager at the time had a very good relationship with another manufacturer and we chose the path of least resistance. They have been using a different film thats resistance to UV and s...
- Thu Oct 10, 2024 5:43 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Window (in)decision: Harvey Classics vs. Okna 600s vs. Marvin Essentials
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2489
Re: Window (in)decision: Harvey Classics vs. Okna 600s vs. Marvin Essentials
The Harvey "classic" doesnt have thick walls, it's very basic and generic. It's more of a price point window.
- Thu Oct 10, 2024 5:36 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Whatever happened to Heat Mirror Windows?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 19065
Re: Whatever happened to Heat Mirror Windows?
The heat mirror today is much different than the old version from way back, it's actually a very good technology with no issues. More companies should transition to it but it can be expensive.
- Thu Oct 10, 2024 3:30 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Window (in)decision: Harvey Classics vs. Okna 600s vs. Marvin Essentials
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2489
Re: Window (in)decision: Harvey Classics vs. Okna 600s vs. Marvin Essentials
The Okna 600 is head and shoulders above anything Harvey offers, thats a fact. Okna is also " most efficient" and it will have a MUCH better air infiltration number than Harvey. Anyone can offer efficient glass but that has nothing to do with structural integrity, durability, or air infilt...
- Thu Sep 26, 2024 6:27 am
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Deciding between quoted window installs
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1287
Re: Deciding between quoted window installs
This is for 6 single double hung “replacement” and 2 bays? Do they need to construct a roof/ overhang for the bays? All windows are white in and out?
When i say single double hung, that is opposed to a twin or triple unit.
When i say single double hung, that is opposed to a twin or triple unit.
- Thu Sep 26, 2024 6:23 am
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Comparing Window Option
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3141
Re: Comparing Window Option
Ok. Looks like he is adding $2800 for 8 new construction/ full tear outs. Thats much more rational.
Seems like an excellent quote.
Seems like an excellent quote.
- Wed Sep 25, 2024 8:41 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Comparing Window Option
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3141
Re: Comparing Window Option
both 1 and 3 are very solid windows whereas simonton is not in my opinion. The Sunrise quote with only a $2800 upcharge for new construction/ full tear out on 18 windows makes absolutely no sense unless I am missing something here.
- Sat Sep 21, 2024 10:17 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Shims
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1630
Re: Shims
He may have used jamb adjusters that come with the window. They work well if the gap is 1/4 inch or less.
For replacement, shims are almost never used because of the built in jamb adjusters that are designed into the window which are also called “ jamb jacks”. This is assuming there is a narrow gap.
For replacement, shims are almost never used because of the built in jamb adjusters that are designed into the window which are also called “ jamb jacks”. This is assuming there is a narrow gap.
- Fri Sep 20, 2024 3:55 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Overwhelmed by replacement vinyl options
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2923
Re: Overwhelmed by replacement vinyl options
Im not a big wincore fan. The other 3 are better windows. Ive had experience with the Bainbridge and it's a pretty good window although I prefer their soft lite " elements" series. Inside install or outside install makes no difference as far as one being better than the other.
- Thu Sep 19, 2024 5:28 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: B4 & After as requested
- Replies: 17
- Views: 4615
Re: B4 & After as requested
Nice work. We just finished up 32 element windows. Customers love that window.