What kind of door/windows should I install in my house facing the lake?
July 1st, 2008 | by door |
math hobbyist asked:
Okay, so right now I have a one-story ranch style home we are going to be remodeling. It faces the lake and there is going to be a large great room with a lot of windows - OR perhaps doors. I once visited an eight million dollar mansion that had an incredible HUGE sliding glass door system that was nothing like the crappy sliding glass doors I’m used to.
Okay, so right now I have a one-story ranch style home we are going to be remodeling. It faces the lake and there is going to be a large great room with a lot of windows - OR perhaps doors. I once visited an eight million dollar mansion that had an incredible HUGE sliding glass door system that was nothing like the crappy sliding glass doors I’m used to.
I can’t find ANYTHING online except the typical stuff, but I love the idea of a paneless system (nothing to obstruct the view), as well as being able to walk in and outside and completely open up the house so it feels bigger.
I’m in Florida and there will be a big deck outside the great room so it should feel like an extension of the house.
Any suggestions for what doors (or if I have to, windows), would go in this setting is greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
COLLIN
4 Responses to “What kind of door/windows should I install in my house facing the lake?”
By gnsnfnrs1 on Jul 3, 2008 | Reply
Well, I can tell you what not to get- I have an 8′ wide anderson slider. It leaks like a sieve. Not water, but air. Whenever it is breezy, summer or winter, it leaks a ton (between door and stationary pane). I would never do this again. I would consider 3 french door panes in replacement of it.
I have been happy with the vinyl windows for the rest of the home (facing lake). We spec’d LowE coating. A definite must.
Try “glass” magazine. there is a industry magazine that deals with these types of special apps. Also, try Archetectural Digest. Mega homes with a bunch of advertisements.
Oh, I forgot. Several people do tempered glass panes on the deck rather than wood railing. It gives you far better views out of your house (and from the deck).
Also, also: USGlass, Metal and Glazing is a great magazine for ideas on huge glass concepts. This primarily focuses on commercial apps, they are quite applicable to yours too.
By Robert M on Jul 5, 2008 | Reply
There are many companies that sell sun rooms. The windows walls and doors fit together like a puzzle. They are easy to install. The screens are tear proof and they look great.
By lizmed75 on Jul 5, 2008 | Reply
Try a Pella window They are middle range in price. And can custom your window to fit your opening and have various styles you can choose from or they can make it just the way you like it.
By Jessica C on Jul 8, 2008 | Reply
I would def. go with french doors. They will be great and you can view the lake from inside with out the annoying sliding door to worry about.