We are building a new custom waterfront house in the Northeast, and the town requires either (a) shutters, (b) impact windows, or (c) precut plywood panels for all windows and doors. Shutters are not feasible, so it is (b) or (c). The architect specs are for Loewen, Kolbe or Marvin windows, and the leaning is toward impact glass for insurance reasons.
Can anyone share any experience with longevity, maintenance, functionality, etc. of the much heavier impact glass? Also, most of the experiences I have heard with these windows are in the southeast. What about significant northeastern winters?
Any insights, as well as experience with particular impact Loewen, Kolbe or Marvin models, would be appreciated.
Can anyone share any experience with longevity, maintenance, functionality, etc. of the much heavier impact glass? Also, most of the experiences I have heard with these windows are in the southeast. What about significant northeastern winters?
Any insights, as well as experience with particular impact Loewen, Kolbe or Marvin models, would be appreciated.