Marvin Ultimate Windows Spontaneously Shattering
I have Marvin Ultimate double glazed double hung wood sash windows, 6 over 1, that were installed when the house was built in 2004. There is an unheated storage r...
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Odd Sized Storm Door
I live in an older house and need a new storm/screen door. The problem is that the frame measures 36x83. I need a longer storm door. Does that mean I have to s...
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answersupdated 9 months ago by BV016411
forever door with self storing screen can't raise screen
screen stuck in down position forever door
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answersupdated 9 months ago by BV016390
Opinions about Pella's patio doors with in-between the glass mini-blinds
I am wondering if anyone has any opinions about these doors that come with mini blinds in between the glass? What is the possibility of them breaking or getting d...
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answersupdated 9 months ago by BV016366
Double-Paned, NEW window install-Condensation outside
Ok, I understand what I've read, but: Isn't there supposed to be a vacuum, of sorts, 'tween the panes? & a great SEAL to stop the "outside" condensation? My...
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answersupdated 10 months ago by BV016315
Craftsman Garage door key pad not working
I had to resest the garage door opener to program a new remote and now my keypad doesnt work. How do I reset it. I don't know the old password only the one I was ...
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answersupdated 10 months ago by BV016138
varnish removal
on interior window trim in 1930's home. looks they used an old painters technique----the gumwood was painted (use of paint) to simulate 'stained wood'finish. the...
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answersupdated 10 months ago by BV016131
Universal window direct review
I've had a presentation by Universal Windows Direct who install their own UniShield window. We are interested in installing replacement windows that are double h...
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answersupdated 10 months ago by BV016109
Window issues ? Really...
I have read a few of the posts and would like to give an unbiased opinion from the new construction sales side of windows and the various manufactures. I have bee...
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answersupdated 11 months ago by BV016062
American Weather Seal
The local discount window store is selling an American Weather Seal T10 triple glass low E Krypton gas window claiming .20 U values and 9 R values. Approximate C...
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answersupdated 11 months ago by BV016001
Vinylast windows?
I've been pricing windows lately and was looking at Alside's UltraMaxx 7000 windows. Today I went to a local window showroom/manufacturer and saw Vinylast windows...
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answersupdated 11 months ago by BV015913
Frosting Glass for Privacy
I read your article on suggested ways to frost glass and I am wondering if the etching cream has any weakening effect on the glass. For instance, does it make it...
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answersupdated 11 months ago by BV015911
Inside Casing for Oval Window
Where does one purchase inside casing (pine) for an oval Anderson window?
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answersupdated 11 months ago by BV015904
She's repair and waterproofing
Have this storage shed that water seeps in through the base and door and also through the base of the window and puddles up around the edge and door. I want to c...
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answersupdated 11 months ago by Keyscane
Alpine windows vs. Milgard
Our local supplier carries these two brands. We are getting vinyl. The Milgard will be about $500 more in price. But I have never heard of Alpine and I have he...
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answersupdated 12 months ago by BV015861
Weathershield Windows
I'm gutting an entire basement and hoping to perform a facade-lift in a few years. The bottom line: all our windows will need to be replaced. A design/build fir...
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answersupdated 12 months ago by BV015851
Alpine Windows are terrible
Was in building material supply for 20 years and a custom home builder now for almost 20 years. I've had lots of experience with windows. I recently used Alpine w...
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answersupdated 10 months ago by LaurieCooper
Certainteed Windows
Do you know what to obtain new balance take out clips? the ones I have on my windows break, made out of plastic. Once they break, you are toast.
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answersupdated 12 months ago by bewalker
repairing non-stainable wood filler on interior stained molding
30 some years ago someone messily filled nail holes in honey stained interior door with wood filler with something blond colored. There is a half inch light-colo...
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answersupdated 12 months ago by BV015838
casement window screen removal/inside mount window treatment obstruction
We have casement windows with screens on the inside. We also have beautiful stained wood trim so we have inside mounted blinds. I'm trying to determine how many p...
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answersupdated 12 months ago by clean screens
