Problems with Milgard Trinsic windows
Alex L.
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Time to replace windows, (Milgard, Andersen, Simonton or?)
Comments (21)We had our windows replaced a few years ago with Milgard fiberglass frames and the highest UV protection we could get (since we live in Hawaii). Yes, the UV filtering seems to be pretty good and the fiberglass frames don't warp in the heat like vinyl has a tendency to do. The house is wonderfully quiet when the windows are closed. However, I'm disappointed with the overall purchase for several reasons: The quality of the workmanship is very poor. The joints on all the windows have glue sticking out that is impossible to remove. After these few years, that glue has attracted dirt that makes the window corners look very poor. I tried GOOP and several other cleaners before I wrote to Milgard asking for hints on any ways to clean it up but never received an answer. The screens on some of the fiberglass frames are very tight and difficult to get in and out. After accidentally bending two of the screen frames, I had a local screen pro come in to build new ones and he told us that the tightness was OK for vinyl frames but should not be that tight for fiberglass. Finally, the lifetime warranty does not apply to Hawaii (and if I remember correctly - nor within 2 miles of any ocean)....See MoreBetter windows? Milgard Trinsic or Simonton Daylight Max
Comments (5)I know nothing about Simonton, but we have Milgard aluminum windows in our current 45 year old house and they are all in great shape. At our old house, we got Milgard fiberglass and really liked them. Had one issue with the sliding door (odd water leakage that stained the wood - cause of the leakage was never determined) and they came out and replaced it - nearly 10 years later -at no cost to us. I would highly recommend them based on service alone....See MoreAndersen 100 vs Milgard Trinsic?
Comments (10)Andersen 100 -- but we regret the choice. We weren't able to see a sample in person before ordering so we went off of photos and here's what we learned: The Milgard Hardware is easier to use, looks cleaner and the frame is much thinner. It feels less sturdy, however, when you operate the windows. That said, both the A100 and Milgard "feel" cheap to me. Neither is particularly sturdy. The A100 is more rigid, but the frame is very thick and the frame material feels like PVC pipe (not a compliment). The hardware on the A100 is cheap, breaks easily and is not easy to use (tiny little buttons). We did not do casement, we did sliders so maybe casement feels better in terms of operation/hardware, but I wouldn't know. If I had to do it all over again, on a similar budget, looking at single hung vs casement, I'd go with Milgard vinyl, no question....See MoreMilgard ultra or trinsic line?
Comments (3)Just curious as to why just these two Milgard lines? If these are your only choices, I would ask what kind of exposure does your house have and what color are you thinking? Doors get a lot more use than windows and it appears that budget is an issue so I would choose the Ultra fiberglass doors and the Trinsic vinyl windows without knowing anything else....See MoreWindows on Washington Ltd
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