Lindsay Window & Door, LLC

Merry Christmas

2010-12-23T13:42:00.000-06:00

The Staff at Lindsay Windows would like to wish all of our Dealers, friends & Customers a Very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!

2010 Tour of Manufacturing

2010-09-28T15:05:00.000-05:00

Join us in Greater Mankato Growth's 2010 Tour of Manufacturing! We are VERY excited to be participating in this event on October 30, 2010 from 9am to 3 pm. Come visit and tour our plan while enjoying beverages and snacks!

http://www.greatermankato.com/business-tourofmanufacturing.php

Pinnacle brochures are finally done & hot off the press!

2010-09-20T16:10:00.002-05:00

Pinnacle brochures are hot of the press and ready to be requested. Call or email us today if you currently carry our Pinnacle line. View the brochure online before you order them at www.lindsaywindows.com/content/marketing! 800-967-2035 or orders@lindsaywindows.com!

New Literature available!

2010-08-16T09:28:00.000-05:00

We finally have some new literature fresh from the printers! Look online and request literature now at www.lindsaywindows.com/content/marketing. We have the new Bay & Bow Windows, Blinds and the Standard Wood Awareness flyers ready! New extension jamb and casing options flyer available soon!

Wood Standard Awareness

2010-08-02T10:43:00.002-05:00

At Lindsay Windows, we have noticed that many customers have unrealistically high expectations when purchasing "real" wood products. Lindsay's woodgrain windows are manufactured with a woodgrain laminate so woodgrain imperfections do not occur.

Some customers who have ordered bay or bow windows with a stained head or seat board are critical of the different characteristics they see in the wood. Natural wood comes with color variations, burls, pin knots, mineral streaks, sap, and cross figures.

Lindsay Windows uses a high grade veneer and each piece is thoroughly inspected. Few variations occur, but we do want our customers to understrand that they are possible and are not defects.

Click Here to view Lindsay Windows' Wood Standard Awareness Brochure

Bay and Bow Windows

2010-08-02T10:36:00.000-05:00

Adding a Lindsay bay or bow window will instantly transform your room. If you are looking to add elegance, character, value and visual appeal to your home, a new Lindsay bay or bow window is exactly what you are looking for. Bay and bow windows look exceptional from both the interior and exterior of your home. You will be able to use the increased space as a cozy reading nook or as a display area for family pictures and keepsakes. You are also sure to enjoy the natural sunlight let in by your new bay or bow window.

A bay window is a fixed center window with two smaller flanker windows attached on each side at an angle. A bow window is constructed using 4 r 5 windows joined together forming a gentle curve, or bow shape. The center units are typically fixed and its sides are usually casements, but can be double-hungs. The windows used are specific to Healthy, Pinnacle, Earthwise, or custom window line offered by your dealer.

Many options are available to you when you choose to purchase a Lindsay bay or bow window.

Click Here to view the Lindsay Bay and Bow Windows Brochure

Marketing pieces are now available on our website

2010-07-26T14:31:00.001-05:00

Lindsay Windows now has many literature pieces available online! Visit the Lindsay Windows Webpage to view PDF's or to order literature.

If there is a brochure that you are looking for, but cannot find on our website, please contact your customer service representative or call 507-625-4278.

Good Housekeeping

2010-07-13T10:46:00.001-05:00

Our Earthwise Windows Brand has the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval
Through our commitment to quality and service, the Earthwise Window has earned the Good Housekeeping Seal! The Good Housekeeping Seal is only earned after a product passes a review by the Good Housekeeping institute laboratories. Since 1909 the Good Housekeeping Seal has given consumers peace of mind, know that products displaying the seal meet the highest standards of quality. We're proud to have earned this seal for you, our customer. Earthwise is one of only four window fabricating manufacturers to receive this prestigious honor. Brands like Andersen, Pella, and Marvin do not carry the Good Housekeeping Seal; neither does the likes of Silverline, Simonton or Phillips. The Good Housekeeping Seal has always been deemed a mark of superior quality and product excellence. Now the Earthwise Window provides this quality assurance for you. Why is the Good Housekeeping Seal so significant to your window buying decision? The Good Housekeeping Seal has been continuously recognized as a mark of quality and performance for over 120 years. The Good Housekeeping Seal is also the number one third party warranty in America. It guarantees product satisfaction directly to the consumer.

Contact your Lindsay Window and Door Dealer today for more information about Earthwise Windows and its Good Housekeeping seal of approval.

We want to hear from you!

2010-07-13T08:58:00.001-05:00

We are currently seeking customer testimonials/reviews to be used on our new website and we'd like to hear from you! Tell us what you love about Lindsay Windows! You can either leave a comment on the blog or email your feedback to feedback@lindsaywindows.com. Your help is greatly appreciated!

New and Improved Web Site!!!

2010-07-13T08:50:00.004-05:00

Lindsay's new website is up and running! This website is much more visually appealing and easy to use. Please let us know what you think!

http://www.lindsaywindows.com/

Lindsay Windows uses Super Spacer

2010-07-06T10:52:00.003-05:00

Lindsay Windows uses Super Spacer to build superior products for your home!

The all-foam formula of Super Spacer blocks the heat escape path and provides one of the best thermal performances in the industry.
Super Spacer is 950 times less conductive than aluminum spacers, 85 times less than stainless steel.
With improved sound absorption over traditional metal spacers, NO-Metal Super Spacer is a huge help in keeping the decibels down.
Condensation can lead to more than bacteria and molds. It cal increase the likelihood of fungi, viruses and mites that cause respiratory infections, allergies, and asthma.
Our all-foam formula offsets the effects of temperature changes, barometric pressure, wind load and glazing pressure. The end result is less seal failure and fewer stress cracks.

"Thermal efficiency through no presence of conductive metals" is the Super Spacer hallmark. The edge of the insulating glass unit is the most vulnerable to heat and cooling loss, condensation and frosting. Super Spacer's NO-Metal formula blocks the heat escape path and provides one of the best thermal performances in the industry. That means it keeps the heat in during the winter months and keeps the cool in during the summer months. Super Spacer assures comfortable winter humidity levels with hardly any worries about condensation and mold.

Warm Edge Benefits
80% of a window's heat loss is through the glass itself, and the edge of the glass is a window's weakest link. When the glass edge is thermally inefficient, condensation forms - affecting the view through the window and potentially causing expensive damage to window sills, frames, curtains, paint and plaster. Super Spacer is 950 times less conductive than aluminum spacers and 85 times less conductive than stainless steel. This superior insulation means improved energy savings, dramatically lower thermal conductivity and substantially reduced perimeter condensation for overall window improvement.

Poorly insulated windows can contribute to 25% of a home's heating/cooling loss. The spacer... the edge of the insulating glass unit that separates the panes of glass... is the most vulnerable to heating/cooling loss. As a homeowner, it's important to choose the most energy efficient window spacer. Traditional window spacers were made with 100% aluminum and were poor insulators against heat/cold transfer. Later spacers combined less metal with other materials and were called "Warm Edge" spacers. These were more energy efficient but still transmitted heat/cold due to the metal portion of the design. Super Spacer is the latest advancement in energy efficient spacers and uses NO-Metal! Consequently Super Spacer allows almost no heat/cold transfer and is accurately called the TrueWarm Edge Spacer.

Contact your Lindsay Window Dealer for more information on Super Spacer

Humidity and Condensation

2010-07-06T09:19:00.003-05:00

Definition:
Humidity is a term used to describe water moisture that is suspended in the air. Humidity occurs naturally and varies with temperature.
Condensation is a formation of water that occurs on or around an object. It is caused when warm moist air (humidity) comes in contact with a cold surface.

Warm air can "hold" more moisture than cold air. When warm air comes in contact with a cold surface, the warm air can no longer retain its moisture. Small water droplets will begin forming on the cold surface (fogging). If the surface is cold enough, these droplets will freeze creating a white frosty glaze (frosting). If the water remains a liquid, the small droplets will begin to form larger drops. On a tilted or vertical surface these drops will eventually roll off into the surrounding environment. This run off is the real problem created by condensation. It can stain wood, remove wallpaper, and deteriorate plaster and drywall. Damage to these surfaces may lead to expensive repairs. Fortunately, if moisture gets on vinyl, it will not rot or cause mold. You can simply wipe it off.

My new windows have condensation. My old windows didn't.
You probably replaced your old windows because they were drafty. Slight gaps and cracks around the sashes and frames allowed air to travel freely between the outside and inside. The air movement actually prevented condensation in two ways. Primarily, the warm moist air was able to escape from the house without resting on a cold surface. Secondly, enough cold air was allowed to enter the home to create a thick blanket of cold air across the window. This layer was thick enough to prevent the warm moist air from touching the cold window surface.

Your new windows improve the energy efficiency of your home, lower your energy bills, and add to your comfort by blocking air movement through your windows. Blocking this movement however may raise the humidity levels in your home causing condensation.

My new windows are causing condensation.
New windows do not cause condensation. Condensation is created from high indoor humidity and low outdoor temperatures. Since we cannot control the outside temperature, our windows use no metal in our glass spacer and allows for higher humidity in homes than conventional windows with metal spacers.

In today's modern building and construction, we continually search for a "tighter" home that retains our winter heat and summer cooling. Vapor barriers, high performance doors and windows, tile, and plastic wall coverings all conspire to keep whatever air is inside...inside. By building an energy efficient home, we create other problems that may need special attention. One of these problems is the control of moisture (humidity) in the air. The "tighter" the home, the less likely excess moisture will escape.

What causes high indoor humidity levels?
Simply said, moisture is caused by everyday living. Dishwashers, washing machines, furnaces, humidifiers, cooling, and showering are all major contributors to humidity. Cooking for a family of four releases 4.5 lbs. of moisture into the air daily. Each shower adds 1/2 lb. of water, weekly laundry adds 30 lbs., and human occupancy releases 6 to 8 lbs. Some studies show that a family of four can easily release more than 18 gallons of water oer week into a typical household.

What is the maximum safe humidity level for your home?
Your home must maintain a certain level of humidity for comfort and health reasons. The easiest way to test this level is through the use of a psychrometer. The following table shows that maximum safe humidity levels are required for higher indoor temperatures. Humidity levels above these form condensation on glass.

University of MN Engineering Laboratories

How do I control the humidity in my home?
Sometimes persistent humidity problems are difficult to solve. You may have to call a qualified expert for advice and direction. They will make recommendations based on an overall evaluation that includes: the number and type of windows, the type of glazing system in those windows, the heating system, type of insulation and vapor barrier, and/or the type of soil and quality of exterior drainage. They may suggest such measures as exterior air vents for your furnace or additional exhaust fans. These measures can get costly and you should go through the following checklist to see how you may be able to solve your high humidity levels.

Nine ways to reduce household humidity levels.

Shut off all household humidifier units (including the furnace humidifier).
Ventilate regularly. Air out the entire house for a few minutes each day. Ventilate kitchen, laundry, and bathroom during use.
Run exhaust fans longer and more often.
Open the fireplace damper.
Be sure attic and basement crawl space louvers are large enough and open.
Add a basement dehumidifier.
Adequately vent humidity producers such as clothes dryers and all gas burners to the outdoors.
Open draperies and blinds so air is able to circulate next to the window.
Bay/Bow: place a small fan in the window to circulate air.

Other Sources:
MN Department of Public Service. May 1995. Windows & Doors.

Click Here to view Lindsay's Humidity & Condensation Brochure

Caring For Your Lindsay Windows and Doors

2010-07-06T08:29:00.002-05:00

People love Lindsay's vinyl windows and doors because they are low-maintenance! Please follow these simple guidelines to clean and care for your vinyl windows and doors:

Vacuum dirt from sill and track areas to ensure smooth operation
Clean frames with a mixture of mild dish soap and water
Check to make sure that drainage "weep" holes are clear of dirt and obstacles
Abrasive or caustic cleaners are not recommended because they can cause permanent damage to the vinyl finish
Chemicals can cause discoloration of the vinyl. Avoid all fuels, solvents, bleaches, and corrosive chemicals
To avoid scratches in the glass, never use a putty knife or metal abrasive pad to clean the glass

visit www.aamanet.org for more information on caring for your vinyl windows and doors.

Clear View Screen Mesh

2010-07-06T08:08:00.002-05:00

Increased Visibility
This Clear View Screen Mesh will allow 50% more of the natural sunlight through, and also gives more room for increased air flow through the screen.

Increased Curb Appeal
The Clear View Screen is harder to see from the exterior of your home. The curb appeal of your home is easily enhanced with the use of the Clear View Screen Mesh .

Pricing
The standard mesh is included in the cost when ordering a Lindsay Window that would normally come with a screen. Clear View Screen Mesh is optional and additional charges may apply. See your Lindsay Window dealer for more details.

Maintenance & Cleaning
A high-pressure washer cannot be used on the Clear View Screen Mesh. To clean your Clear View Screens, simply use a sponge or soft scrub brush and a mild soap. Then, gently rinse clean with water.

Durability
The Clear View Screen Mesh is thinner but more dense than the standard screen mesh, and meets all of the same industry standards that the standard screen mesh does. Clear View Screen surpasses the industry minimum requirements for Tensile Strength and the Mullen Burst Test.

Clear View Screen Mesh

Allows 50% more light through than the standard screen mesh.
Uses a much finer gauge of fiberglass strand than the standard screen mesh
The Clear View Screen Mesh has more strands providing a tighter weave that keeps the bugs out.
There are currently no industry standards for this type of screen, but the Clear View Screen does meet and/or surpass all of the same standards as our standard mesh.
Optional for all windows.

Standard Screen Mesh

The standard screen mesh does not allow for as much air and sunlight to pass through because the screen uses a larger fiber strand.
Our standard screen mesh meets and/or surpasses all industry standards.
Standard screen mesh is included in the price when you purchase a Lindsay Window that would normally come with a screen.
Charcoal Color

The difference is clear! Contact your customer service representative today to see for yourself!

Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair and Painting Laws

2010-06-29T10:24:00.004-05:00

Federal law requires contractors that disturb painted surfaces in homes, child care facilities and schools, built before 1978 to be certified and follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination.

Federal law requires that individuals receive certain information before renovating more than six square feet of painted surfaces in a room for interior projects or more than twenty square feet of painted surfaces for exterior projects or window replacement or demolition in housing, child care facilities and schools built before 1978.

Homeowners and tenants: renovators must give you the EPA’s Renovate Right pamphlet before starting work.

Child care facilities, including preschools and kindergarten classrooms, and the families of children under six years of age that attend those facilities: renovators must provide a copy of the EPA’s Renovate Right pamphlet to child care facilities and general renovation information to families whose children attend those facilities.

Click Here to view the EPA’s THE LEAD-SAFE CERTIFIED GUIDE TO RENOVATE RIGHT

Click Here to visit the EPA’s Renovation, Repair, and Painting site

Click Here to view the EPA’s NEWS RELEASE REGARDING LEAD-SAFE RENOVATION PROGRAM

Click Here to view FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

New Low E for Energy Savings and Stimulus Qualifications

2010-06-29T10:23:00.001-05:00

Lindsay Windows has changed glass packages from Cardinal 272 Low E to Energy Savings Soft Coat Low E which meets the requirements for the stimulus package. This Soft Coat Low E is used as our standard glass package in place of Cardinal 272 in Sunview & Earthwise Windows. Cardinal 366 Low E Neat continues to be the standard glass package when Healthy Windows are purchased. This upgrade is be available for other windows as well.

Lindsay Windows is Going Green

2010-06-24T11:59:00.002-05:00

What has Lindsay Windows done to become more "green"?

Installed energy efficient lighting in the entire production and warehouse areas
Moved to smaller, more efficient offices
Joined Minnesota Waste Wise (Lindsay's efforts were featured in their annual report, page 4)
Encouraged the use of Low-E glass
Recycling
We recycle approximately 1000% more than we did 3 years ago
99.9% of inbound material is used in a product or recycled
Vinyl, glass, aluminum, cardboard, construction materials, paper is all recycled
Implementing program to increase recycling even further

ExtraWindows.com

2010-06-24T11:52:00.003-05:00

Whenever a window is mis-measured or mis-ordered, it ends up in our "Boneyard."

Visit extrawindows.com for discounted boneyard windows. You will be able to search for windows by style or size.

Our boneyard has a limited selection and carries no warranty, but just might have what you are looking for.

This is yet another way that Lindsay Windows is going green!

Homeowner Federal Tax Credit

2010-06-24T11:45:00.005-05:00

Lindsay can save you money on your energy bills and possibly qualify you for a $1,500 credit on your federal income tax!*

2009 passage of the Economic Stimulus Plan means homeowners can take advantage of tax credits for energy-efficient improvements, which includes Lindsay windows and doors.

The tax credit is equal to 30% of the cost of qualifying energy efficient upgrades, up to a maximum of $1,500 for 2009 and 2010.This includes all Lindsay Windows with our 366 glass.

There are some technical window requirements that must be met, including U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient less than or equal to 0.30. Talk to your Lindsay dealer for more information.

Other details:

• Keep your sales receipt and our manufacturer's certificate.
• Purchase must be made before Dec. 31, 2010.
• Claim your tax credit on your Federal return for the applicable 2009 and/or 2010 tax year.
• You can download IRS form 5695 here.
• Tax credit applies only to the price of remodel products. It does not apply to any installation fees or charges.

For more detailed information including technical requirements, see "Rebates and Tax Credits for Windows, Doors, and Skylights" on EnergyStar.gov.

IRS Releases Important Update for Rebate
The IRS released important information regarding the $1,500 tax credit as part of the 209 Economic Stimulus Plan.

- To read the official release from the NFRC click here.

- To read the official release from the IRS click here.

In summary, here is how the tax credit works:
Windows purchased between 1/1/2009 and 5/30/2009

Must meet the current energy start criteria. Any Lindsay window product purchased with Low-E glass (either Cardinal 272 or Cardinal 366) qualify for Energy Star.

Windows purchased between 6/1/2009 and 12/31/2010

Must have a u-value of equal to or less than .30 and a solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) of .30 or below. All Lindsay Window products with 366 Low-E qualify and some products with 272 Low-E qualify.

Why Invest in Vinyl Windows and Doors?
There are several advantages to purchasing energy-efficient windows instead of other products:

• Immediately reduces heating and cooling costs.
• Adds beauty and curb appeal to your home.
• Low maintenance makes your life easier.
• Adds value to your home.

*Certain limitations apply. Consult your tax preparation advisor or the IRS for complete details

Visit the Lindsay Windows website for more information.

Window & Door Blinds

2010-06-24T11:21:00.002-05:00

Window Blinds

400 Casement & 400 Fixed Casement

Blinds have the ability to tilt and lift
10 year warranty on all blinds (all options)
6 color options for the blinds. Hardware is only available in white. visit http://www.oemshades.com/ to view color options.
Screen must be removed to operate the blind (N/A in picture window)
Available in the 400 Fixed window up to 40" wide.

Option 1 - Panel Blind

Blinds are concealed between the IG unit (sealed glass unit) and a separate removable glass panel.
Available with Low-E glass
Glass has a lifetime warranty against seal failure and qualifies for the energy tax credit.

Option 2 - IG Blind

Only available with clear glass (the blinds will scratch the soft-coat Low-E)
Does not qualify for the energy tax credit
10 year warranty

Patio Door Blinds
2030 Patio Door

Only available with clear glass (the blinds will scratch soft-coat Low-E)
Blinds are concealed in the sealed IG unit
Tilt and lift operation
5' and 6' doors as well as custom sizes up to 74"x83"
6 color options for the blinds. Hardware is only available in white. visit http://www.oemshades.com/ to view color options.
10 year warranty
lifetime glass warranty not available

call customer service at 507-625-4278 with any questions

Click Here to view Lindsay's Blinds Brochure