COMMUNITY FORUM: WINDOWS & DOORS

windows

Hi I have new property and have 2 windows busted out. I think the manufacture is Cardinal. I am in Michigan and want to know who carries this brand?

over 5 years by travelslm1

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Molding around Doorways

I wanted to put molding around my entryway to my dining room. How does the molding around the door meet the molding at the base of the room? There...

over 5 years by jwinston

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Bahama Shutters

Looking for plans to build bahama shutters. Have searched the web. Cannot believe I am the only one who has had this idea. PLEASE HELP.

over 5 years by ShutterGuy

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Automatic Garage Door Opener ain't workin!

I have a 1/2 Craftsman that is at least 7 yrs old. When I try to open it at the side door, the motor and light come on, the "trolley" thing runs d...

over 5 years by Billhart

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hidden door

We want to build a hidden door that looks like a bookcase. We need plans. There was an step by step article in one of the popular building magazi...

over 5 years by cotoole

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Renewal by Andersen

I am considering Renewal by Andersen as they offer the look (old wood windows w/ applied grids) I desire. I had previouly went w/ Schucco vinyl wi...

over 5 years by windowmann2000

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562

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Fiberglass Window Companies

After three years of research, I've decided on fiberglass window replacement, total tear out. I've narrowed it down to three companies; Fibertec, ...

over 5 years by katmartin

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limit switch adjustment

how is the limit switch adjusted on a "automatic Doorman Model 455" garage door opener so that the door will completely close?

over 5 years by sanluigi9044

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Garage door conversion kit installation instructions

I purchased a Craftsman #53683 remote control conversion kit for my garage door and have lost the installation instructions. When I called Sears t...

over 5 years by Billhart

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Garage door opener

The manufactuerer is overhead door co. The problem is the door sometimes will start to open and stop. Sometimes during power outages or spikes the ...

over 5 years by Billhart

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Looking for Good Replacement windows

I need to replace my old windows and I was wondering if anyone has any good suggestions for good replacement windows ?

over 5 years by prowash

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Bi-fold doors

My bi-fold doors would not stay close. Any help?

over 5 years by jfnolasco

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Door SLAMS shut, I want to add resistance or SLOW it down

any recommendations on what to use to have the door gently close? I don't know what type of hinges are on the door, the door is between the garage...

over 5 years by doug seibert

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Light reflection from Low E windows

My neighbor has Low E windows which reflect sunlight onto my vinyl siding and damaging it. Any thoughts on coatings or screening on window to stop...

over 5 years by joepa2325

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Sequel Replacement Windows from Home Depot

I am trying to decide between Anderson 400 series and Sequel by Home Depot replacement windows. I would be interested to hear from anyone who has ...

over 5 years by storymom

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doors don't fit anymore????? why???

I am having a problem with pre hung doors. My husband installed them beautifully level and shutting nicely. Then I took them off, removed hinges, p...

over 5 years by jeannieri

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Cracks

My 6 year old house has what looks like rather large cracks coming off of the top of one window upstairs. The cracks come off at a 45 degree angle ...

over 5 years by DaveInCA

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Bi-fold Door Question

I am having a problem with my closet. I want to put up some bi-fold doors but I have a wierd size. My opening is 45 1/2 by 79. is it possible to ge...

over 5 years by jpaulstc

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