Simonton Launches New Factory-Assembled Replacement Patio Door

PARKERSBURG, W.VA. – Simonton Windows, a leading manufacturer of top-quality windows and patio doors has modified the design of its successful new construction patio door for the replacement market. Popular in new construction projects because the door has a larger glass-to-vinyl ratio for larger views, Simonton’s new Reflections 5300 and Prism Ultra Gold replacement patio doors come factory-assembled to save time on the job site and feature field-reversible, block and J-channel frame options.

“Our new Reflections 5300 and Prism Ultra Gold replacement patio door is ideal for a variety of replacement applications and it meets the performance criteria for the federal energy tax credit,” says Rebecca Taylor, product manager with Simonton Windows.

Simonton’s new replacement patio door comes with many enviable standard features, including a Low E/Argon glass package; four sizes (5068, 6068, 6080 and 8068); white, tan or driftwood frames colors; a 3/4-inch insulating glass unit and a lifetime limited warranty.

For faster and easier installation, the patio door has two popular field-reversible frame options, including block frame and Florida flange (J-channel). A DP50 option on 5068 and 6068 sizes is also available.

A multi-point locking system, footbolt and stainless steel rollers are also available options. Additionally, hardware finishes come in polished brass, antique brass, brushed chrome and mineral bronze. Flat or sculptured grids can be ordered in a variety of styles; and optional LoĒ3-366^® glass, Super Spacer^®, tempered, tinted (in bronze or grey) and tempered obscure glass.

The doors can be ordered with pre-mulled transoms and matching sidelites are available. The sightline on the sidelites also match the door.

“We anticipate that our new replacement patio door will be extremely popular with remodelers and contractors,” says Taylor. “This door has already proven itself in new construction applications; and we believe it will be a welcome addition to our line of remodeling and replacement products.”

Simonton Windows produces ENERGY STAR^® qualified replacement and new construction windows and doors, including a line of impact-resistant products. Simonton ranked “Highest in Builder and Remodeler Satisfaction among Residential Window and Patio Door Manufacturers” in the J.D. Power and Associates 2008 Builder and Remodeler Residential Window and Patio Door Satisfaction Study^SM. The company was ranked #1 in quality in the 2007 Brand Use Study sponsored by Builder magazine and has won three Best In Class Awards from Market Research Associates.

Founded in 1946, Simonton’s hallmark has been to deliver its made-to-order products in five days or less. Part of the home and hardware division of Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO), Simonton delivers nationwide to key markets throughout the 48 continental United States.

Simonton is a founding sponsor of The Weather Museum and a corporate partner of Homes for Our Troops. For information, call (800) SIMONTON or visit www.simonton.com. A full listing of Simonton products that qualify for the tax credit is available at www.simonton.com/taxcredit. ENERGY STAR is a trademark owned by The Nelrod Corporation.

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Simonton Windows received the highest numerical score in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates/McGraw-Hill Construction 2008 Builder and Remodeler Residential Window and Patio Door Satisfaction Study^SM. Study based on 2,837 new-home builders and remodelers. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of new home builders and remodelers surveyed in May through June 2008. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.