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   davo304_ | Mar 14, 2002 09:14am | #1

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   If you don't want operable windows, get a large picture window, or a dual sash picture window.

   If you want them to be operable, you might consider a large unit that contains a fixed center picture window, and and operable casement window at each end. This unit is better known as a "triple sash unit with fixed center and operable ends." This type of unit would give you a casement at each corner measuring roughly 16-1/2 inches X 60 inches, and a fixed center at 33 inches X 60 inches.

   Of course you could also opt for 2 or 3 double hung units that are mulled together, or even install a bay or bow window in such an opening. All depends upon what you want.

   Your opening is too large to simply install one double hung unit or a slider unit...it would be too awkward to operate.

   I would get windows that have insulated glass. Low-E glass (argon filled gas) would be a plus.

   If you are intent on buying second hand, manually try each window to see if it operates smoothly. Check for worn parts and worn out weatherstripping. Find out if new parts can be had to upgrade these items. Inspect around perimeter of window pane glass and look to see if seals look damaged. Any moisture between window panes is a sure sign of this...stay away from any window whose inner panes show moisture droplets or if window looks cloudy in color.

   Make sure window units will fit, or can be made to fit your rough openings with out doing too much excessive work. Actually, purchase whatever windows you want and then frame your new addition accordingly. Do not frame your addition and then arbitrarily decide what windows to install. Have the windows on site first.
   Good luck with your addition. Hope you will enoy the new views.

   Davo

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   Rich_Beckman | Mar 14, 2002 04:12pm | #2

   *T,Did you see the response to your first posting?? Rez "surplus windows" 3/11/02 1:05amRich Beckman

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   bitszl | Mar 23, 2002 08:13pm | #3

   First timer here Davo, but you seem to know a whole bunch mere than I.  Is there any fix for double-paned aluminum windows that have moisture between the glass panes?

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   jimblodgett | Mar 23, 2002 09:53pm | #4

   You can get replacement insulated glass for 10.00, or 12.00 per square foot, depending on the thickness of the glass. Start adding argon, low e and shading and it gets a little more expensive. Within 24" of a door, or 18" of the floor, or directly over a tub less than 60" from the floor requires safety glass - probably something else I'm forgetting.

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   Davo304 | Apr 09, 2002 07:44am | #5

   Sorry,

   Been away from the computer for a while. To answer your question, Jim pretty much answered it. If you are getting moisture between the panes of an insulated glass window (you will see visible droplets or else  the window "clouds" up), your seal is bad and usually you have to have the window panes replaced.

   If your windows are either:

    fairly new (less than 10 years old)

   still under warranty,

    or if not new or warranted, but you know who installed them, contact the installer.

    If unsure who installer was, but  you simply know the brand name, then

   ....contact the company and ask to speak with a factory rep. Most window suppliers can set you up with a factory rep's phone number.

   If under warranty,  rep may visit your house to verify seal leak ( his discretion/ he may not visit) and will most likely send you new panes, and/or an entire new window unit. Some companies will also provide or pay for installation labor.

   If no longer under warranty,  rep may still be able to send(sell?) you replacement panes that will fit your model, and will give you instructions as to how to install.

   If none of the above works or gives you satisfaction, then before tearing out window unit and replacing with new unit, you could try and contact any local glass installer ( look in yellow pages under glass or plate glass). They may be able to have your seal repaired (50/50 chance)

   LOL

   Davo