[Greenbuilding] Looking for windows

[Lynelle Hamilton]

Thanks, Jeff.  I do like fibreglass windows (had Thermotechs in a 
previous house) so would prefer that route.

TO usually includes us folks in the "boonies" (Pefferlaw), so they are 
an option.


On 2016-07-27 8:20 AM, Jeff Martin wrote:
>
> 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> 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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