Silverline 1200 windows

Privacy Terms. Skip to content. Quick links. Home Depot's American Craftsman vs. Lowe Thermastar 20 1 Post by huguetguy » Wed Jan 11, pm Ok, so I searched and read all about how the AC silverline windows are supposed to be crap frames cracking during installation, etc. But I can't seem to find if they're referring just to the series or the entire AC line in general.

Are the 's better made? I'm replacing 60's era individual single pane wood windows that have detiorated in a brick rancher. I want windows I can install myself, and I'm kind of a perfectionist and handyman rebuilding entire basement from ground up myself so I'm not worried about installation issues. I'd take care of the windows so as not to crack the frames, and make sure insulation is put everywhere I can get it, either fiberglass or foam.

Right now I'm considering buying the following windows: 1 dbl hung Also, with the 's, there are options to get ClearView helps cleaning? I have also considered Simonton windows, but I can't seem to find a place I can buy them to install myself, so I can't get price quotes on them.

I'm pretty sure it won't save me enough money on energy bills, enough to be worth it The downside of HD is that they're not gonna offer the customer service or the quality of installation the consumer should be looking for with their replacement window projects.

If Home Depot does have your size and your model or series then you should definitely buy from Home Depot, however I would find an independent installer to do the actual installation. The real issue with HD installation is that they subcontract out the work and pay a very low per window rate, which is a recipe for shoddy installation. Subpar installation with very mediocre windows is one way to really reduce the long-term value of this project. On the flipside, good quality installation with Justin OK window like Silverline offers will probably be fine for many homeowners who don't want to spend a ton of money but want to window that will last for 10 or 15 years and not cause the many headaches.

All in all, there a better windows out there the web Silverline offers, but this is not the worst option if cost is a huge factor and you were willing to find a good quality installer who isn't going to cut corners and is gonna make sure that the window is installed Square, plum and is completely sealed and coughed.

Dane - Site Editor Silverline V3 Windows Reviews The Silverline vinyl window comes standard as a single hung and offers the following performance numbers assuming the upgrade to the low e2 glass - AI 0.

We're getting 14 double hung windows replaced, looking for cheaper options with a quality installation. Zip code This will be mostly a rental home. Based on what you've said about Silverline I'm a little iffy on getting them, and not sure about VinylKraft either since the installer company is brand new. How would you go about deciding what is best for the budget. Do these prices sound like a fair deal? Thank you so much!!! Arthur - Homeowner - from [Site Editor's Answer] Arthur, it is tricky recommending a window for a rental home.

You want a low cost, but that comes with all sorts of potential problems. So too is the Reliabilt The Vinyl Kraft price is low enough that you could take a chance, but man, it feels like it could back fire as well. You might get 15 years out of them and have to replace. You could also check to see if an Ideal Windows rep services your zip. They offer a good window at a fair price. Also see if there is an Okna rep who carries the series.

This is a good window as well. Dane - Site Editor - from [Arthur's reply] Dane, thank you. That is what I suspected, but it was bringing us further above our budget.

I ended up with somewhat of compromise cost between those options, as the Window installer has a single Vytex Fortis window that was no needed on another project and gathering dust, which was the right size, pattern, and had the tempered glass needed for one location, and would do the Sunrise windows for the other 9.

The price was for whatever is just below the "Restorations" line, with the Ultra U Plus. Yeah, it took a little negotiating and collecting about 5 quotes to get focused in.

Are there any big differences between the "Restorations" line and their other offerings? Visually, to me they looked pretty similar except for the locking mechanisms. Zip code is for your market research. Arthur - Homeowner - from [Site Editor's Answer] The Sunrise Restorations is their standard Sunrise window frame with some nice additional features, including a reinforced fibercore meeting rail and vertical sash, Max Edge spacer, foam filled chambers, tilt sash mechanism and high transparency screen.

The Sunrise is a very good window, the Restorations is just a step above. Price you were quoted sounds VERY good. Dane - Site Editor - from Silverline Windows Reviews The Silverline vinyl window comes standard as a single hung and offers the following performance numbers assuming the upgrade to the low e2 glass - AI 0.

Despite energy saving measures such as foam insulating sill boxes in the basement, sealing exterior doors, etc, the first floor of our home is drafty along the floor and uncomfortable to sit near windows in the winter. We're trying to decide if we should spend the money to replace our windows. Our home is 4 years old and the builder tells us these are "energy efficient premium" windows.

Thank you. Yello - Homeowner - from [Site Editor's Answer] Yello, the Silverline series would not come standard with the foam enhanced frame. You could order that as an upgraded feature. I've never heard anyone refer to anything that Silverline put out as an energy efficient premium window, but those are easily thrown around terms.

In general, Silver Line is a builder grade window, not a quality window at all. I would have hoped you wouldn't have to replace your windows after only four years though. The CR or condensation rating of the window is probably not all that good.

Here is an article that might help. The Silverline is not a good window, definitely not a fan. Miller - Homeowner - from [Contractor Response] The Silverline and Excalibur aren't as good as the other two, I would eliminate them right away. The Simonton is average , and the PGT is pretty nice, a 4" frame and exterior flange. I sell more of them than anything else. Dan - Installer - from Read more Simonton windows reviews. It offers okay performance numbers - DP45 and U-value 0.

The window includes dual weatherstripping, a tilt in sash, a constance force balance system and comes standard with the Super Spacer. He said that argon gas is a marketing gimmick which made me have doubts about his credibility. He's an Andersen dealer that is trying to push that line. Simonton might be the best way to go. What are your thoughts between Simonton and PGT ? Thanks in advance and I truly appreciate your insight! The Andersen Silverline windows are not good quality products.

Andersen bought Silverline, which has always been considered a cheaply built product. I would choose the company who you feel will do the best installation job and will stand behind their work if issues do arise in the future. Good luck and congrats on whichever one you select.

Tim - Site Editor - from Silverline Series Options Hi, my husband and I are looking to replace ten windows in our home and the contractor is talking up the Silverline series. Joni - Homeowner - from [Site Editor's Answer] Hi Joni, usually on this site i recommend to most homeowners that they go with a mid range vinyl window from a credible and known manufacturer.

However, if you are leaving your home in five years, you don't have to worry too much about the quality of the windows. However, you still want to get good installation because slip shod work could get you some real headaches come winter.

Here are some windows that you could consider. I would probably sneak the Silverline series in that list, although the would be my preference when it comes to the Silverline. If you are buying from the big box stores, go in and talk to the guys working the windows section and ask them what their favorite window is and what they would put in their house. Then go find your own installer with good references and experience.

We had 28 of them, double hung , low-e coating, argon filled, all the extra features. The salesman said they were the best vinyl windows on the market , we didn't pick them because they were cheap.

Within just a few years, we started having trouble. We started replacing sashes almost right away. They have a rubber seal that keeps the argon gas in and they leak and make the glass streaky.

Also, the plastic pieces that keep them in their track get dry and brittle and start to break. I will admit that they honor the warranty , but they do it stupidly. They won't replace the upper and lower sash together, but only one at a time. So they all fit poorly and we now have tons of drafts and upper sashes that won't stay up. I've talked to customer service a hundred times at least.

I'm about to give up and I've started looking at windows to just replace these. If it was cheap, it wouldn't be too bad, because some people want a cheap window. But they are priced like a good window. I'd look at Softlite of Gorells. It has also garnered a standard qualification from the Energy Star. Customers can enjoy a premium-grade home-improvement fixture at the lowest price when they choose to order from the Silver Line Windows. It is quite relieving to know that all products are covered with a lifetime warranty on goods and services.

However, there are some instances when this assurance does not apply, such as when nature or the client is responsible for the damage. Prices of window products at Silver Line Windows differ according to window type , color, size, and features. Thus, it is necessary to find the best window pricing reviews online and compare prices of various Silver Line window types, and put products side by side in order to see the pros and cons.

When it comes to warranty, Silver Line offers different warranties depending on the model, as most of them give their products a certain length of warranty years based on materials and confidence. Therefore, the price of the end product you will get is dependent on your careful selection and inspection.

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