Bryan Baeumler, Replacement Windows & Doors Expert
Bryan Baeumler, born on April 18, 1974, is a renowned Canadian television personality known for hosting various shows on HGTV/HGTV Canada. His background as a skilled handyman and savvy businessman has paved the way for a successful career in television, where he specializes in home renovations across Canada and hotel refurbishments in the Bahamas. Additionally, Baeumler is recognized for his expertise in replacement windows and doors. His contributions to television have earned him a prestigious Gemini Award for hosting. Beyond TV, he has also shared his extensive knowledge of home renovations through a published book.
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A hopper window is a compact window that opens into the room, making it a natural fit for basements, laundry rooms, and any spot where an outward-swinging sash would hit a walkway, deck, or window well. At Canadian Choice Windows & Doors, our version is the awning hopper: a top-hinged DraftLOCK window that tilts into the room and holds itself open with a locking hinge.
Key Takeaways
- A hopper window opens into the room, so nothing projects past the exterior wall.
- The Canadian Choice awning hopper hinges at the top …
uPVC windows are rigid frames made from unplasticized polyvinyl chloride. The "u" means no plasticizers were added to soften the polymer, so the profile holds its shape instead of flexing. That is the difference between a window frame and flexible PVC products such as cable insulation, sheet flooring, and garden hose.
On a quote, the same frames often show up as "vinyl" or simply "PVC." Homeowners use "vinyl," and uPVC is the technical name for the compound. Plasticized PVC, the flexible kind, goes into products such as cable insulation, sheet …
You secure a sliding patio door in three layers: a lock that catches the frame, a bar that stops the panel from sliding, and a stop that keeps the panel from being lifted off the track. Patio door security fails when only the handle is locked, and the head of the door still has room to rise. The practical answer to securing sliding patio doors is to check those three layers in that order, then decide whether the frame is still worth keeping.
A latch holds the meeting rail. A …
Canadian Choice Windows & Doors™ makes its vinyl windows to order, not as finished units from another brand. The frame, sealed glass, and installation stay with one company, and the window is built to your home's opening.
That order starts with measuring every opening. The custom unit is then manufactured in Canada, which takes about two to four weeks. A factory-trained crew installs it, and any manufacturing or installation issue after that day stays with the same company.
Key takeaways
- A vinyl window here is built to your opening in …
Canadian Choice Windows & Doors™ covers TrueCrankless windows with a 40-year transferable warranty and its other vinyl windows with a 25-year transferable warranty, and door systems are covered under their applicable warranty terms. The promise includes the product, installation, and service for a covered problem. It leaves out accidental damage, misuse, unauthorized modifications, and force majeure.
Homeowners searching for window warranty Canada are trying to separate that written promise from a slogan. The vinyl terms are fixed and can transfer. The door terms are their own.
Key takeaways
- TrueCrankless windows …
A DraftLOCK™ vs. standard window decision is a seal and frame decision. A standard window sits in the 3 1/4 inch frame the industry treats as typical, with a seal setup that varies by maker. DraftLOCK closes with a triple seal and a welded frame built 4 5/8 inches deep, so the unit can sit further into the wall.
A window air seal comparison then looks past that first close. Frame chambers, the spacer at the edge of the glass, argon between the panes, and foam (if ordered) all change …
Key takeaways
- The standard Canadian exterior entry door is 80" tall × 32" wide. A 36-inch door is increasingly popular in new construction because it's easier to move through and supports accessibility.
- Rough openings are about 2 inches wider and 2 inches taller than the door unit itself to allow for shimming, levelling, and squaring.
- Patio door widths vary a lot by type: sliding doors run 60 to 108 inches, French doors 60 to 72 inches, and sliding-stacking systems can exceed 192 inches for custom openings.
- Where accessibility requirements apply, …
Quick answer
To safely remove adhesive residue from a vinyl window frame:
- Warm the residue using a hair dryer on low heat for 30-60 seconds
- Apply rubbing alcohol, white vinegar, or a vinyl-safe citrus cleaner
- Gently lift residue using a microfiber cloth or plastic scraper
- Wash the area with mild soapy water
- Avoid razor blades, steel wool, acetone, and high heat
Most sticker residue can be removed safely in a few minutes using gentle tools and vinyl-safe cleaners. The biggest mistake homeowners make is using sharp blades or strong solvents …
How large windows change the feel of a home
Large windows can completely change how a home feels from the inside. A room often feels brighter, more open, and more connected to the world outside, especially when there is a beautiful view, whether it is a backyard, trees, water, or a city skyline. At the same time, choosing larger windows is not only a design decision. They usually require more planning, higher-performance glass, and stronger energy-efficient solutions. Popular options include picture windows, floor-to-ceiling designs, window walls, and large sliding systems, …
Choosing a window company in Toronto usually comes down to a handful of things: how the company's own customers rate them, what products and warranties they actually offer, and how they compare on price and installation quality. This guide compares Canadian Choice Windows & Doors™ with four other window companies serving the Toronto area, using their public HomeStars ratings, so you can see how the options stack up before you request a quote.
In this guide, you'll find:
- Company ratings and reviews
- Product and service comparisons
- Warranty information
- Installation considerations …