Need advice for replacing windows…
Client values appearance, and quality. Wants a window that is “architecturally proper”…..ie: doesn’t look like a hunk of plastic!
Have seen Pellas, and she prefered the non clad type.
Whatever the company, it needs to have a complete line, with units that match, whether they’t casements, dbl hungs, french doors or transoms.
That said, any thougths?
Thanks in advance for your time!
Jake
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Jake,
When doing bonafide restoration work, I use local millshops. However, when clients aren't as concerned about being 100% authentic, I've had good luck using Loewen windows. They use Douglas fir, which is a real plus with me, since all the old timers in my area tell me that's the species of choice (my personal experience indicates that fir is the best choice for my area (Seattle), too.)
On double-hung types, their jambliner has significantly less plastic than all the other leading brands I've seen, too.
Ragnar
Jake,
I'd say the two that fit your needs, and that are the fevs around here are Andersen and Marvin.
Personally, I'm partial to Marvin.
I'm fortunate in that one lf the local lumberyards carries both lines, and they have enough of a variety on display in the showroom to get a feel for the entire line. They also have a few windows from other manufacturer's so the shoppers can compare.
For a hands-on customer, I'll set up an apointment for them with the sales guy at the yard. Most of what I've installed are woodie Marvin double hungs, it's a common style here.
Kolbe & Kolbe has a nice product. Their K-Kron finish is not a cladding, but has a good warranty. They also offer a great variety of exterior trim styles. Good luck!
Brudoggie
Marvin Ultimates, Kolbe & Kolbe. Two best there are. Can't go wrong, and you can get them in wood if thats what HO wants.
Much appreciated guys....
I know Marvins are Marvy, and I was aware of Kolbe and Kolbe, ut I haven't seen too much of them here in the North East. I'll have to look harder!
I was also given a tip from a builder of pretty nice homes about a company that rivals Marvin up in Canada, but the name was never nailed down...any ideas?
The Canadian manufacturer was probably Loewen.