[Greenbuilding] Looking for windows

[Jeff Martin]

Lynelle,

I've been looking at window options lately, myself, and both Inline 
(http://www.inlinefiberglass.com/) and Fibertec 
(http://www.fibertec.com/) seem to have good reputations on sites like 
greenbuildingadvisor.com, for high performance windows with fiberglass 
frames. Both are located in the Toronto area, so not too far from you.

Jeff


On 7/25/2016 11:20 AM, Lynelle Hamilton wrote:
>
> Thanks, Sacie,
>
> When I moved, the migration from the e-mail server was less than 
> complete and I lost this thread.
>
> I'll check Kolbe. I've not seen them here, but haven't looked 
> specifically for the brand.
>
> Lynelle
>
>
> On 2016-07-25 10:17 AM, Sacie Lambertson wrote:
>> Lynelle you asked this question back in May.  I kept the responses, 
>> one of which is below:  I like Kolbe and Kolbe but don't know if they 
>> are in Canada.
>>
>> (And, to the group, I am still interested in recommendations for storms.)
>>
>> Sacie
>>
>> "I have used Accurate Dorwin for a number of years, as the makers of 
>> good insulated fiberglass frames, and sash, and triple glaze. While 
>> the embodied energy is higher than Reuben's suggestion, the end 
>> product is good.
>> I have also been interested in Thermotech in the past; I have found 
>> it hard to reach the company.
>> I figure that techno support and service is a big part of buying and 
>> installing manufactured windows, and Accurate Dorwin, 
>> from Winnipeg area, ranks high.
>>
>> I have also installed locally manufactured custom built windows, with 
>> single glazing, and added custom outer storms.
>> All done in a local cabinet/woodworker's shop.
>> Probably not as airtight nor with as much R value as a factory 
>> window. But local."
>>
>> or from John Straube:
>>
>> While some wood and some wood windows last, many do not. This is the 
>> reason people switched.  They wanted painted wood, and that 
>> required maintenance.  For every 100 yr wood window there is one that 
>> rotted at 50.  With new wood, they can fail in 20.
>>
>> The key is to protect the wood window through smart detailing 
>> (building overhangs, recessed windows, drip caps, steep sloped sill 
>> with drip kerf etc etc).  Then hope you can find some slow growth 
>> cedar or maybe heat treated wood to get the better material.
>>
>> It is not just “spec wood and it will last 100 years”.  It is more 
>> like “study wood, understand windows and buildings, choose the best 
>> materials and the best designs and you should get 50 yrs, maybe more”.
>>
>>
>> On Sun, Jul 24, 2016 at 11:23 PM, Lynelle Hamilton 
>> <lynelle at lahamilton.com <mailto:lynelle at lahamilton.com>> wrote:
>>
>>     Looking for windows for an addition. I'm in central Ontario. I'm
>>     on the water, so have concerns about wood, given the humidity.
>>     I'm aiming for net zero energy, so efficiency is important. Have
>>     had a few folks tell me that triple glazing is unnecessary. Also,
>>     most of what I can find locally is vinyl.
>>
>>     I've learned the hard way that after sales service is important,
>>     so am looking for a company that has a solid and good record in
>>     this regard.
>>
>>     I know that his has been discussed before, but can't find the thread.
>>
>>     Many thanks!
>>
>>     Lynelle
>>
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