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Spray foam is far superior to batt insulation in every way. Fiberglass insulation is usually for show and not for performance.

Best wishes with your project!

If my customers are wanting a two-tone finish, I do recommend lighter colors as they will last longer and any fading won’t be as obvious.

It’s not a powder coat, that is reserved for aluminum windows from NT.

The color will fade, since everything fades when exposed to UV over time, but tan will not fade significantly, in my experience. That lighter color will hold up well over the 15 years.

I concur with WoW. Marvin and Kolbe would be two good alternatives.

I looked through my files to see if I had anything to show you for comparison. I’ve attached the closest brick I found, with white frames. It’s not a perfect match, but it may be helpful as you consider the options.

Yeah, that’s better than I thought. Anything below .05 is great.

Good luck with everything.

I don’t, but I would guess .08 - .12.

TBA windows are a bit more expensive, generally - but not exorbitantly. I prefer them to vinyl, but they will not perform nearly as well on those few days when we get a winter blast.

The NT Presidential would be my choice from that list, choosing from which contractor you have the most confidence in. Installation details, reputation, time in business etc... would be the difference maker for me, rather than the $2k.

All of our installations are done from the exterior and plantation shutters rarely have to be removed.

Is your exterior cladding brick, siding, stucco, or some combination?

Feel free to email me directly for more assistance. randy@ultrawindows.net

You’re very welcome. Hope your project goes well.

Ha!

The foam insert provides negligible benefit for the uncharge, IMO.

Hey Voland, unfortunately we don’t service the DFW market. Of those two options, I prefer NT Windows as a brand. I wouldn’t bother with the foam insert. The fact that the company worked for your MIL, with no negative feedback is a big plus. The only premium grade vinyl window that I know is availabl...

Marvin’s Elevate series (formerly Integrity) would be a great choice.