Browse Forums Windows & Doors 1 Sep 27, 2015 5:36 pm I was talking to a local cabinet maker about making windows for my new house. I was wondering how their prices compared to buying the stock standard sizes supplied by large manufacturers. The prices that they have would be close to 2 to 3 times the price! But he did state that they were not cedar but hardwood. He said that he did not rate the durability of cedar windows. I have lived in 2 federation era homes and yes the windows were suffering from age, but were still serviceable and easily repaired. Also they stated that not all cedars are good cedars. I am going to paint the windows inside and out. Will this extend the life much? So any body shed some light or offer their experiences? I am looking at a bill of 25k+ for the standard cedar. I’m restoring all my 40yr old windows and I want to install seals around the casements. I’ve sanded back and oiled the frames with sikkens. My plan is to box up inside… 0 6521 Flashings over doorways and windows our carpenter has installed flashings that is buckled and short of the window frames and door frames is this right Is there a… 0 10934 Personally, considering your layout (study/work desks in bedrooms), I don't think you have any other option but to leave NW windows and make them as big as possible e.g.… 7 10483 |