Yes, in 1999 a 3M anchoring system was approved by Factory Mutual. This system is called the 3M Ultraflex Window System. Also, in some commercial applications a batten bar system is used.

Most home plans are usually designed using a double hung divided light window. Each set of construction drawings uses a generic window sizing system that does not apply to any particular brand of windows. For example, a common size seen on our plans is 2860. This is a window that is 32" wide and 72" tall (2'-8" x 6'-0"). This is also the standard system used to identify the size of doors. A door labeled 2868 is a standard 6' 8" tall door that is 2' 8" wide.

aluminum and other alloys. The varying combinations of metals is what gives Solar Gard its exceptional performance capabilities and color.

Place an off cut of the flooring flat on the sub floor with a piece of underlay placed under the board. Lay a handsaw flat on top of the board and cut into the architrave and doorframe. This will give you a cut at the correct height for the thickness of the floor. Chisel out the doorframe and architrave to suit. This will provide a neat finish and maintain the expansion gap. Also use this method to the bottom tread of staircases.

Yes. Residential Exteriors includes a custom trim package for your window and door frames with every job.

Every accessible door and operable window should be protected. All glass windows should be protected with some sort of shock/audio detector. Windows can also be protected using alarm screens instead of contacts and shock/audio detectors. Obviously in a three story residence, the windows on the third floor cannot be opened by normal means; screens, vibration sensors or audio detectors should be sufficient if the windows are kept locked.

Sun is competitive in quality and pricing with most of the nationally recognized, brand name windows and doors. We encourage you to send us your "other brand" specifications and let Sun prepare you a competitive analysis. This will provide you with an equal comparison of matching products and options. We welcome these questions and the opportunity point out what makes Sun such an outstanding value. Being the biggest is not always best.

All retractable screen doors are custom built to 1/16 of an inch, for your home and your home only. The screen can be installed on practically any opening, measuring up to 120" in height and 140” in width.

Simple! Use a non-abrasive, non-ammonia based window cleaner. Dishwashing soap and water is best with a soft damp cloth, soft paper towel or a squeegee. If you have professional window cleaners, just make sure to tell them that the windows have been treated with window tint and not to use a razor blade.

Yes, we order window films with a scratch resistant coating that will withstand the day-to-day traffic of house pets. There are no harmful chemicals emitted from the film while installation is in progress or after the job is completed.

VISTA solves the problems of fading and glare, and damage to furniture. Most importantly it helps make occupants feel more comfortable in the room.

VISTA is professionally installed on the inside of the window. There is very little or no mess, and there is no inconvenience to the customer during the installation process. Clients can feel relaxed and at ease because there is no danger to their precious furnishings.

Our Window Films are professionally applied by skilled, well-trained personnel. Almost all of our films are designed to be applied to the inside of your glass. The first step is to prepare the window area for the application; placing drop cloths on the floor, protecting and/or moving furniture where necessary. Next, the window glass is cleaned using simple cleaning solutions (often water and baby shampoo!) and razor blade scrapers.

After thirty days, you may clean Scotchtint™ Films using normal household cleaning solutions, including ammonia based products, e.g. Windex, and a soft, lint-free cloth or towel. You may also use a squeegee to clean the film. Abrasive products which could scratch or damage the film should not be used.

Because the there is no control over the installation process, the manufacture cannot provide a warranty on the film. This is however, the same film that they give a lifetime warranty when professionally done, so you can expect many years of use.