Marvin Integrity Windows - Pics and review
lkbum_gw
12 years ago
We are doing new construction on a south facing lake lot. Lot's of windows and a very agonizing search for windows. After hours and hours, we decided on Marvin Integrity (wood/ultrex). We wanted low maintenance, but did not want clad windows.
We purchased the windows from AVI in Atlanta, our sales rep was Peter Diehl. Absolutely the best sales and service. We went through 20 to 25 iterations and he never lost patience. We had a minor problem once installed and Peter arranged for a Marvin Rep to come by who fixed them, no questions asked. The Marvin Rep was also first class (used a laser level to check installation and identify the problem).
This is "high end" construction and the windows really add to the project. The windows have been in for 8 months and stood up well to construction traffic/hazards. I would reccomend these windows and Marvin to anyone.
Interior shot of great room windows - double outswing french with side panels, flanked by fixed panels 8' tall
Same windows from the outside
Same windows with doors open - 5' wide opening
Same doors, different location on house
Double casement with grill at top
Double casement with grill in brick
Outswing french - no side panels
Casement with arch top
Casement with archtop exterior
Simulated Grill with spacer (the spacer makes these look really good)
Stained casement
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One last shot of the great room
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Comments (10)I'm replacing one double hung window in our bathroom as part of the bathroom remodel. I have about 25 original double hung windows in a home built in 1913 with all natural Douglas fir trim/moldings. So whatever I chose in the bathroom I will need to match up in the rest of the home. I do not want cheap white Vinyl windows. I've done a little bit of research and called Marvin directly to figure out the difference between the three Marvin Windows they make: The Ultimate, The Integrity, and The Infinity. You actually have to talk to three different departments to find out more about each window. What I found out is that the Ultimate and Infinity are very similar looking and would match up nice in an older or even historical home. The Integrity is more modern looking and that's the only big negative for my situation. If I had a newer style home instead of a Victorian Colonial I would opt for a casement window because they seal air tight when closed unlike the double hung, but it would look awful. So the Integrity is out of the equation for me. I found a reputable installer on Angie's List so I agreed to purchase an Infinity window which is 100% fiberglass with the Ever-wood interior option, and rain glass on the bottom sash. I can even stain the interior with a gel type stain to match the existing wood trim. I think it's a great idea to use an all fiberglass window in a bathroom because of moisture and humidity concerns, and to go one step further maybe opt for the triple pane in just the bathroom. Eventually the pine wood will rot away in the bathroom, and condensation will build up on the inside of the glass from showering. Pine is never recommended on exterior trim because it rots out quickly, they recommend Cedar or Douglas fir usually. Recently I used a white PVC vinyl trim that I will never need to paint on the outside made by Aztek from a local lumber yard. I think this would also be a great choice for interior trim inside a bathroom by the way. I've tried the best white exterior paints added the mold inhibitor additives and the paint eventually cracks after a few years. The other option if you want natural wood is to go with a nice hardwood, like oak, cherry, mahogany, or maple and use a clear Benjamin Moore stain, just don't use pine in the bathroom. If I'm happy with the one Infinity in the bathroom I could have all the windows upstairs replaced with Infinity ones. I will opt for the grills only on the windows located on the front of the house. Maybe go with the Marvin Ultimate with stone white Aluminum clad exterior Doug Fir on all the downstairs windows. My house has vinyl siding with storm windows and shutters. The Infinity Installer said they will need to remove the stormers or it will void the Marvin Warranty (which is excellent by the way 10yrs+ I believe) and they will have to use aluminum to wrap the outside trim. There's a little more to replacing the window than I thought. I will update with pictures after the install....See MoreMarvin Ultimate, Marvin Integrity, Anderson Woodwright
Comments (11)Oh NO! Not Adrian Fish AGAIN! Resurrecting a 5-year-old thread. I thought we'd seen the last of him in 2016. I think we determined on the endless thread in 2016 that he could be a competitor of that Johnson lumberyard. Or someone with a personal grudge against whoever owns this lumberyard. Or just someone who enjoys debating on forums who makes up a labyrinth story to get a thread to go on and on. And on. The story didn't hang together in that thread, with holes in it. And there was Adrian's sometimes-coy sometimes-outright refusal to answer key questions, and his odd left-field statements, as had been pointed out several times. If you have a half hour to kill, Adrian Fish starts up at the March 9, 2016 post: http://ths.gardenweb.com/discussions/2640487/major-problems-with-marvin-integrity-dealer?n=138...See MoreNew windows-Marvin Integrity
Comments (20)Sheilam, I know this is an older thread but I'm hoping you'll still see my post. Wanted to thank you for posting these pics of your beautiful windows! We have been struggling (for years!!) with what replacement windows we should buy and are strongly considering the Integrity line. I have a few questions/comments. First, because of other members' comments, just wanted to mention that although I like the look of Infinity windows, they are strictly replacement inserts and from what I've seen in the showroom, I would lose a LOT of glass with that window...a major concern for me since I'm used to our old anderson narrowlines. They are also more expensive. Also, Integrity all altrex and wood/ultrex are not exactly identical on the outside. The all ultrex lack the little ledge of material where the glass meets the stiles and rails that add depth and that would make SDL possible. Glass is kind of flush with the all ultrex. This doesn't bother me, just a clarification, in case it might help others. My questions: Did you do full rip outs or insert installation? Did you find a big difference in price between the all ultrex and wood ultrex? We've been considering doing the same thing you did but haven't priced them out yet to see if we would really save. For your wood/ultrex windows, did they do a factory paint job on them or did you paint them? Interestingly, except for the fact that you can only get between the glass grids with them, I actually prefer the "ugly" all ultrex windows....they are nice and narrow and simple. The wood ones have the top rail that juts out instead of any kind of lift hardware and a larger "thing" across the bottom. But I don't mean to dis your windows at ALL. I think they look fabulous and I will probably end up with mostly wood/ultrex, as a couple of my windows are kind of obvious, featured ones on the interior that need grids. One big triple in front and a big double in back. Thanks again, your windows look great and your pics are so helpful!...See MoreWindow Decision- Marvin's different lines make it confusing!
Comments (21)Britta, Progressive Lighting pretty much owns our area. I’ve been pretty happy with them and their selection but you really need to go to their place constantly to get good deals, if not you’ll pay too much. The main chandelier in our great room is a good example. This light is a lot bigger than it looks, it weighs over 100 lbs. list price -$6000. “Normal” Progressive price - $4000. We paid $1200 and a $100 crating fee (we had to return the crate). It was one of their main display lights and we happened to catch it as they rotated lights in the showroom. Same with this foyer chandelier and the following lights. We averaged about paying about 10% to 20% of list (80% to 90% off list). This was over a 8 to 10 month period. If there is a Progressive near you, start shopping now. LOL. I would NOT buy any LED specific fixtures. A lightening strike or electrical surge can kill them. Get standard fixtures and put LED lights in them. That way if you have an issue with the electonics used in the LED lights, you fix it by replacing the bulb, not the entire fixture....See Moretoddinmn
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12 years agoThanks for the nice comments. I designed and spec'ed 95% of the house. The builder Cunningham and Associates in Dawsonville, Ga is responsible for all the trim. I did toy with a steel roof. As with the windows, after much angst went with the Arch Shingles (don't know the brand off the top of my head). Cost a little more than steel. The following photo's don't do the roof justice, but it fit pretty well.
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4 years agolkbum_gw I know this is an old post..but I'd really love to know what the material is and the brand and color is on the lower section in this picture. I've been looking at something that's called castlestone that looks alot like yours..wondering if it is the same? and also how high are your ceilings in your GR? your GR layout looks much like what we are about to do with the tall covered Lanai off the back...
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