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- Sat Apr 13, 2024 8:46 am
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: ProVia vs Ideal vs Okna 400/500/800 in LI
- Replies: 12
- Views: 368
Re: ProVia vs Ideal vs Okna 400/500/800 in LI
We tried Ideal as an alternative to Okna. We had terrible QC issues with Majestic. I like the Okna 800Dx the best. With out seeing the total scope, we would charge 21K. We are the best value in our market. The 800Dx is a very tight well built unit. My installers hate to touch anything else. theWindo...
- Tue Apr 09, 2024 2:16 pm
- Forum: Do It Yourself Windows
- Topic: New construction windows
- Replies: 3
- Views: 132
Re: New construction windows
What town and state are you in?
I would look for a much better performing window.
High performance vinyl or composite windows < .03AL ( air leakage) is the key test result you should look for. That and a pro foam gun.
theWindowNerd
I would look for a much better performing window.
High performance vinyl or composite windows < .03AL ( air leakage) is the key test result you should look for. That and a pro foam gun.
theWindowNerd
- Wed Apr 03, 2024 5:39 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Okna 800 vs SoftLite Elements vs GreatLakes ComfortSmart
- Replies: 11
- Views: 381
Re: Okna 800 vs SoftLite Elements vs GreatLakes ComfortSmart
A .08 air leakage is a no go for me.
Besides that I am an Okna dealer, a little biased, but SL was my previous vendor before they killed the relationship with horrible QC.
theWindowNerd
Besides that I am an Okna dealer, a little biased, but SL was my previous vendor before they killed the relationship with horrible QC.
theWindowNerd
- Tue Apr 02, 2024 12:04 pm
- Forum: Replacement Window Reviews
- Topic: Replacing a Damaged Glass Block Window
- Replies: 2
- Views: 139
Re: Replacing a Damaged Glass Block Window
I like Pella for this : two options I would look at:
Impervia direct set
or
Lifestyles direct set
you can do tempered obscure low e argon, you will have to check if you can add Sun Defense with those options.
wayne theWindowNerd
Impervia direct set
or
Lifestyles direct set
you can do tempered obscure low e argon, you will have to check if you can add Sun Defense with those options.
wayne theWindowNerd
- Tue Apr 02, 2024 9:33 am
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Okna
- Replies: 14
- Views: 652
Re: Okna
Different dealers offer different lines or series of Okna windows.
In double hung I like the 800 EnviroStar.
theWindowNerd
In double hung I like the 800 EnviroStar.
theWindowNerd
- Sat Mar 30, 2024 3:36 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Replacing the glass from another identical window
- Replies: 7
- Views: 703
Re: Replacing the glass from another identical window
I think post 6 missed the point. You are deglazing an existing IGU to reglaze into a different frame. That fixed CMR will stay in place till you demo the whole frame. To deglaze the glass you need to remove the glazing stops, insert and run a putty knife between the exterior glass surface and the al...
- Sat Mar 30, 2024 3:30 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: SILICONE vs POLYURETHANE
- Replies: 15
- Views: 958
Re: SILICONE vs POLYURETHANE
We use the N1 silicone
alcohol or lacquer thinner
theWindowNerd
alcohol or lacquer thinner
theWindowNerd
- Thu Mar 28, 2024 6:03 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: SILICONE vs POLYURETHANE
- Replies: 15
- Views: 958
Re: SILICONE vs POLYURETHANE
We most often use Soudal medium modulus silicone, if we are doing white or clear.
Color is a judgement based on gaps to be sealed, clear can make for some ultra clean lines.
If we need a color and it has to be paintable Quad or quad max.
Color is a judgement based on gaps to be sealed, clear can make for some ultra clean lines.
If we need a color and it has to be paintable Quad or quad max.
- Thu Mar 28, 2024 5:56 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Simonton 6500 vs Reliabilt 3900
- Replies: 8
- Views: 324
Re: Simonton 6500 vs Reliabilt 3900
Depending where you are in NJ. Delaware ike could be your best option. If central NJ I could help ya.
What town/city are you in.
Okna is what most are going to suggest. I like the 800DX the best.
thewindownerd.com@gmail.com
What town/city are you in.
Okna is what most are going to suggest. I like the 800DX the best.
thewindownerd.com@gmail.com
- Mon Mar 25, 2024 6:33 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: NE Mississippi Alcorn County Contractor Needed
- Replies: 1
- Views: 409
Re: NE Mississippi Alcorn County Contractor Needed
Find a regional sales rep, someone that works directly for the MFG, for Pella, Marvin,and AW, ask them who they would trust to install windows in their own house.
We have installed windows for many pople related to the industry.
theWindwNerd
We have installed windows for many pople related to the industry.
theWindwNerd
- Sat Mar 23, 2024 9:08 am
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Replacing the glass from another identical window
- Replies: 7
- Views: 703
Re: Replacing the glass from another identical window
If the installers get one out in decent shape then you can use it.
Not only is it old, it is thin builders grade glass. Instead o 1/8 it is single strength and cracks easily.
theWindowNerd.com
Not only is it old, it is thin builders grade glass. Instead o 1/8 it is single strength and cracks easily.
theWindowNerd.com
- Sat Mar 23, 2024 9:04 am
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Anyone with Okna almond windows?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 881
Re: Anyone with Okna almond windows?
Eric is correct G8 window beige is a good match for Okna almond/beige. What Marivin color you thinking, Cashmere? It is the closest to Okna almond. Besides asthetics you will be concerned with budget and draft. If you are doing almond both side then you will look at the Okna 600, assuming DH. If spl...
- Wed Mar 20, 2024 1:06 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Replacement windows near Kansas City
- Replies: 11
- Views: 850
Re: Replacement windows near Kansas City
I would go with option 2
theWindowNerd
theWindowNerd
- Mon Mar 18, 2024 6:09 pm
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Nashville TN- Windows
- Replies: 29
- Views: 11352
Re: Nashville TN- Windows
RRP is not lead abatement. It is lead safe wok and protocols required by the EPA. We all hate it.
My partner just changed ours to $150 per window.
Good choice.
theWindowNerd
My partner just changed ours to $150 per window.
Good choice.
theWindowNerd
- Mon Mar 18, 2024 8:07 am
- Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
- Topic: Nashville TN- Windows
- Replies: 29
- Views: 11352
Re: Nashville TN- Windows
This is a personal comment. I would use the Okna 600/6600DX.
Sounds like I should open a division in Nashville.
theWindowNerd.com
Sounds like I should open a division in Nashville.
theWindowNerd.com