Western Window Systems, Nana or La Cantina?

3 years ago

last modified: 3 years ago

We are trying to decide between La Cantina, Nana and Western Window Systems. Nana is actually on par with La Cantina (price wise - in the San Francisco Bay Area). Both are expensive after the installation charges and tax. Western Windows is cheaper, but the framing between the bifold doors is wider (blocking more of your view). Our door opening is 16.5’ wide by 9’ high. Our kitchen pass-through window is 6’ x 7’. Custom systems (larger glass panels/doors) are only possible for steel beam construction.

La Cantina doors are so easy to open (easy on a bad back!). I've been told that Nana doors are easy to open as well. However, a friend told me that the maintenance on the Nana doors is complicated, and expensive. Has anyone here experienced the maintenance servicing with their Nana doors?

Final pricing/quotes for all three brands: Western Window Systems $28,100, Nana $39,600 and La Cantina $39,000. We have to go with the most affordable this time around. I wish the Nana doors would have worked out (I like how they look most of all). I'll try to post some photos of our final Western Window install, in case anybody is interested to see how they turn out.

I'm just wondering if anybody has used Western Window Systems for their home?

I'd love to know your experiences with any of these 3 brands (Western Windows, Nana or La Cantina) :

-ease of use (if you have back or body injuries making it harder to maneuver)

-maintenance,

-pricing,

-hidden costs,

-customer service in general (but especially if you had problems with your doors/systems)

-shipping quality (e.g. any damage)

-turnaround time (from ordering to delivery)

-installation experiences (e.g. in-house installers? any problems? etc.)

Anything else you want to share?

Thanks in advance!

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millworkman

3 years ago

last modified: 3 years ago

Sold plenty of Nanawall products (folding, sliding, etc), never heard of complaints on the maintenance required, good solid product. Our distributor locally can be a PITA but that is not really Nanawall themselves. Western I have heard pretty much only good about. LaCantina is a west coast only offering (I am in NY LI area) so I am only familiar by word of mouth an reading. Honestly normally only hear when things go south as unhappy people tend to complain more than happy people boast.

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dan1888
3 years ago
These are the maintenance NanaWall requires for your area. You can compare them.

Some specific suggested maintenance for coastal salt water and other extreme environments: Please note that the environment within one mile of a sea coast can be extremely corrosive. Products installed in this environment will typically deteriorate sooner than products installed in a less severe environment.

1. Open and close completely a unit at least once a week and inspect all surfaces. a. Salt and other corrosive or abrasive materials such as sand must not be allowed to build up on any surfaces, including all hardware and sill. b. The sill and head jamb tracks should be free from all dirt and debris. c. There should be no standing water in the track in the sill. d. All hardware should be intact and operating properly.

2. All surfaces must be cleaned with a mild detergent soap and fresh water at least every month and more frequently if necessary. a. After washing, the surface should be rinsed thoroughly with clean water and allowed to dry. b. For cleaning, do not use abrasive household cleaners or materials like steel wool or hard brushes that can wear and harm finishes. c. Any glass cleaner used should not be allowed to run down on any other surface.

3. Any breaches in the paint coating, such as scratches, chips or areas of abrasion, must be repaired immediately.

4. Every 3 months, thoroughly clean and dry all upper and lower rollers and all hinges. Liberally apply lubricant such as Teflon spray (no grease) on the wheels and bearings of the rollers. Oil all hinges including the hinge pin with light weight lubricating oil or Teflon spray.

5. As with any painted surface exposed to corrosive environments, every 6 months apply a wax to the outside of the painted panel and painted track. If the system includes corner connections make sure the wax penetrates the connection joints.

https://sweets.construction.com/swts_content_files/1207/703114.pdf
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GN Builders L.L.C
3 years ago
Couldn't agree more with millworkman Nana wall is a solid product I never heard anyone having problems unless the installation was botched-up, not to mention with a starting price of $600 per foot if it was a bad door they would be out of business a long time ago.
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millworkman
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
If you ever get to NYC, check out the new Moynihan Station / Penn Station. They are using a whole bunch of Nanawall and also a fairly new product to me from a company that has been a pleasure to deal with, Eurowall out of Florida.
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chispa
3 years ago
I was going to suggest Eurowall too. Have only heard good comments and saw a large multi door display in the Los Angeles area and it was a nice solid feeling product. The sliders also opened /closed very easily.
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Peter Samarin Construction
3 years ago
I have no experience with Nanawall but have worked with both Western and La Cantina in the LA/OC area. I highly recommend La Cantina units. I rarely if ever have problems with their products and I believe them to be a superior unit to Western. Just this mans opinion for what its worth. Best of luck.
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uberbrawd
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3 years ago
Wow, amazing feedback everybody. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
uberbrawd
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3 years ago
Millworkman, I LOVE "unhappy people tend to complain more than happy people boast." How absolutely true - I will be repeating your words for years to come!
John H
10 months ago
@uberbrawd If you went with western, how are you liking them? We are in oakland with a nearly identical setup we are building in a remodel and considering these brands as well as awake and all weather. Just curious if you are happy with western or have had any issues. Thanks!
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