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April 26, 2014 ·

Shedding New Light on a Room + $500 Giveaway

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This post brought to you by Integrity Windows and Doors . All opinions are 100% mine.

One of the first things we noticed after living in our home after a month, was the cheap windows.  The hot summer heat was radiating straight through the windows, meaning they were not as nicely insulated as our past home’s windows. Our home is less than 10 years old, yet we have several failing windows! Several are fogged and the sliding mechanisms in the window jams are starting to break! We are very annoyed to say the least and know that new windows will be needed soon. Family Room Since I know several windows require replacing, I thought we’d might as well consider adding a few new windows to our family room to help improve the appearance. We spend most of our time in this room, entertain and spend wonderful holiday celebrations in this room, but taking pictures in here is awful! The room is located on the north side of our home and even though it has a huge wall of windows on one side, it still is always dark and dim. I’ve been researching window companies and discovered Integrity Windows & Doors. I like that name. They have 2 locations right in my area even!

Family Room with new window ideaThey specialize in Ultrex Fiberglass Windows and Doors which eight times stronger than vinyl and 3 times stronger than wood and vinyl composites. Our area is prone to hurricanes each year and I’m sure these ultra strong windows would be a great replacement choice. So we were thinking of adding two rectangular polygon windows very high up, near the ceiling. These windows would flank the fire place and would be the same dimensions as the skinny rectangular windows the top the north window wall.

I’m ready for morning sunshine to pour into the room! It will make such a difference! We one day hope to install a large, white, built-in unit, with shelves and lower cabinets along that fireplace wall too. The windows will look so nice above it.

Broken Window

In the mean time, I have more immediate window needs. It is soccer season and my son recently practiced his kicking…. directly at our house! Grrrr. Boys!

Do you need new windows too? Learn more about Integrity windows and doors by clicking the link or connect with Integrity on Facebook and on Twitter

WANT TO WIN A $500 VISA CARD? Here is all you need to do to enter for a chance to win! (Official Contest Rules)

1) Head over to Find your local Integrity dealer (click link)

2) Come back here and let me know where your closest Integrity dealer is in my comment section below.

That’s it! Best of luck!

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Comments

  1. Jill says

    April 26, 2014 at 6:55 am

    I have one in Agawam, MA, the town next to me!

  2. laura@top this top that says

    April 26, 2014 at 8:30 am

    I know what you mean…..we had the same issues with the crap that our builder put in the house too and ended up replacing most of them… funny, we are actually installing some new windows in a new spot in the kitchen today.have a great weekend.

  3. Alicia says

    April 26, 2014 at 8:40 am

    Lynbrook NY!

  4. Dawn says

    April 26, 2014 at 9:00 am

    Looks like the closest one for me is Algonquin, IL, which is the next town over!

  5. Sandy A says

    April 26, 2014 at 9:15 am

    Our closest dealer is in Austin, TX…

  6. Michelle Taylor says

    April 26, 2014 at 9:22 am

    There is one right in the city I live in, Columbia, MO, on Vandiver Dr.

  7. Cari says

    April 26, 2014 at 9:23 am

    New Canaan, CT!

  8. Michelle Taylor says

    April 26, 2014 at 9:24 am

    There is one right in my city, Columbia, MO.

  9. Melissa says

    April 26, 2014 at 9:42 am

    London Bridge Road Virginia Beach, Virginia

  10. Wendy Bonner says

    April 26, 2014 at 9:55 am

    Birmingham, AL!! I will be getting new windows next spring 🙂

  11. Karen J says

    April 26, 2014 at 10:49 am

    I have one in Salisbury, MD just twenty minutes from me.

  12. ChiWei says

    April 26, 2014 at 10:56 am

    Wow, I have one 10 minutes away, just down the road! And oh boy do we need windows. ALL. OF. THEM.

  13. Diane W says

    April 26, 2014 at 11:04 am

    Ridgefield, WA….

  14. Mami2jcn says

    April 26, 2014 at 11:12 am

    My local dealer is Custom Home Exteriors in Raleigh, NC. I’d love one of their bay windows.

  15. Katie says

    April 26, 2014 at 11:14 am

    Ft Thomas, KY

  16. Amy says

    April 26, 2014 at 11:38 am

    Our dealer is Custom Builder Supply in Williamsburg, VA. I’ve worked with them; they are very helpful 🙂

  17. Ralinn says

    April 26, 2014 at 11:42 am

    I have 3 within a short distance. Merriam, Lenexa and Overland Park, KS. I am definitely going to check them out.

  18. Amy Anderson says

    April 26, 2014 at 11:45 am

    Right near me on Piedmont Rd!

  19. Barb Mills says

    April 26, 2014 at 11:45 am

    DMI Inc of arizona
    Mesa AZ

  20. Tami says

    April 26, 2014 at 11:49 am

    My closest is at:

    Parr Lumber
    6400 E 18th Street
    Vancouver, WA

  21. Kristin says

    April 26, 2014 at 12:04 pm

    We have three within 10 miles, woo hoo! Sorry about the crack, we had a baseball go through our front window and shatter glass everywhere, what a mess.

  22. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says

    April 26, 2014 at 12:10 pm

    We move into our new home tomorrow and the first thing we plan on doing is adding exterior french doors. Our closest dealer is Window Classics Orlando. Great giveaway!
    xx,
    Sherry

  23. Susan says

    April 26, 2014 at 12:17 pm

    Our closest dealer is at Parr Lumber too, in Forest Grove, Oregon.

  24. Jennifer @ Decorated Chaos says

    April 26, 2014 at 12:24 pm

    Our closest dealer is only a few blocks away.

  25. GinaE says

    April 26, 2014 at 12:32 pm

    Our closest dealer is right here in my city of San Antonio. Most of my windows are over 50 years old. I could really use some new ones! Many thanks for the chance to win.

  26. Nancy P. says

    April 26, 2014 at 1:18 pm

    I have an American Cedar & Millwork store about 8 miles from home in Raleigh, NC. Thank you for such a great contest.

  27. Sharlene Piscitelli says

    April 26, 2014 at 1:26 pm

    My closest dealers are Branford Building and Rings End Lumber both in Branford CT.

  28. Vicky says

    April 26, 2014 at 1:53 pm

    Its only 3 miles away at D & M Industries, in Moorhead, MN. And the plants where the windows are made are within hours of house here in Minnesota too! Love the Marvin Family and the windows!

    • Kim Wilson says

      April 26, 2014 at 1:58 pm

      Oh wow! I’m sure they will be thrilled to read your comment! 😉

  29. Jan says

    April 26, 2014 at 2:20 pm

    10.1 miles from my house in Ft. Worth Tx.

  30. Cristinia Renner says

    April 26, 2014 at 3:15 pm

    Our closest location is Tampa, Florida! Love the name “Integrity” too! So sorry about your window! I will say though that it’s better than a child going through a window! Been there…lld home…old windows…not shatterproof! Did not have any idea before the accident! Thankfully, he is fine and has a few cool scars on his legs and arms to brag about one day… BOYS!!! LOL

    • Kim Wilson says

      April 26, 2014 at 4:01 pm

      Oh….my….gooodness! That must have been horrifying for you! So glad to hear he was ok! Thanks for entering the giveaway!

  31. Alyssa DiSalvo says

    April 26, 2014 at 3:31 pm

    The closest dealer for us is Guy C Lee Building Materials at 2985 Hghway 17 in Mt Pleasant, SC. Thanks for the contest!!

  32. Felicia says

    April 26, 2014 at 3:38 pm

    The closest one is in Dearborn Heights, MI. Or maybe Wixom, MI. They seem to be about equidistant. Thanks for the chance to win!

  33. Kim says

    April 26, 2014 at 3:44 pm

    Spartanburg SC!!!

  34. Jonathan says

    April 26, 2014 at 3:54 pm

    It’s in Mississauga!

  35. KatieQ says

    April 26, 2014 at 4:28 pm

    We are in the process of shopping for replacement windows for 2 of our rooms. I had never heard of Integrity windows and doors before, but it turns out that the closest dealer is withing walking distance of our home here in South Salem, NY. The strangest part is we live in the middle of nowhere and there is almost nothing in walking distance. I’m taking that as a positive sign.

  36. Lisa B says

    April 26, 2014 at 6:01 pm

    We have been looking at replacing a big bay window in my office/workroom and this looks like a great product! Our area had several dealers, but Hudson,MA looks like the best option

  37. martina says

    April 26, 2014 at 6:27 pm

    Those windows near the fireplace are going to look great!!

  38. Jessie C. says

    April 26, 2014 at 7:16 pm

    Harmony Homes is nearby.I would like Outswing French Doors and windows for bedrooms.

  39. Vikki Heath says

    April 26, 2014 at 7:44 pm

    Two locations right here in Richmond!

  40. Maria Magruder says

    April 26, 2014 at 7:50 pm

    The closest dealer is in Visalia, CA – The Glass Shop. 🙂

  41. chris aka monkey says

    April 26, 2014 at 8:09 pm

    Marvin Windows by Dale Inc
    520 W Lytle St Ste D
    Murfreesboro, TN 31730
    (615) 896-8886
    (615) 896-8887 (fax) those windows will look really nice

    those windows will look great in that gorgeous room and bring in some light good luck to everyone who entered xx
    Marvin Windows by Dale Inc
    520 W Lytle St Ste D
    Murfreesboro, TN 31730
    (615) 896-8886
    (615) 896-8887 (fax)

  42. Darlene says

    April 26, 2014 at 9:36 pm

    Williamsburg VA

  43. Teddee Grace says

    April 26, 2014 at 10:15 pm

    Marvin Design Gallery Solar Glass Window & Door
    3002 Sterling Circle
    Suite 101
    Boulder, CO 80301

  44. Patricia says

    April 26, 2014 at 10:23 pm

    Monroe, LA

  45. Katherine Donovan says

    April 26, 2014 at 10:23 pm

    The closest one to me is only about 15 minutes in Rockford, IL

  46. Trish says

    April 26, 2014 at 11:14 pm

    Riverhead building supply, Rhode Island just 3 miles away!

  47. Karen says

    April 26, 2014 at 11:47 pm

    Marvin Design Gallery by Eldredge
    317 Marginal Way
    Portland, ME 04101
    (207) 772-2003

    About 20 mins. away from the house 🙂

  48. Lisa Kubin says

    April 27, 2014 at 12:23 am

    Pine Tree Lumber Co
    707 N Andreasen Dr
    Escondido, CA 92029
    (619) 745-0414

  49. amy says

    April 27, 2014 at 1:10 am

    Parr Lumber in Vancouver, WA

  50. Janet says

    April 27, 2014 at 2:25 am

    I love the idea to add the windows on each side of the fireplace, that will be nice! I was surprised to find that there is an Integrity dealer within 15 minutes of my house. Now I know where to go if my kids ever break rule #1 (sorry about your window). Thanks for the giveaway!

  51. M Midlin says

    April 27, 2014 at 7:25 am

    Argawam, MA it is.

  52. Sue@CountryDesignHome says

    April 27, 2014 at 7:47 am

    How about that?! My nearest retailer is JB Sash & Window in Chelsea, and we have already replaced most of our windows with their quality products!! Just have a couple more to go, and would love the $500 to make that happen!

  53. Debra says

    April 27, 2014 at 11:15 am

    Mead Clark Lumber Company in Santa Rosa, CA!!! Only 3.4 miles from our house ~

  54. Debra says

    April 27, 2014 at 11:30 am

    Mead Clark Lumber Co in Santa Rosa, Ca … Only 3 miles from our house!!

  55. Sandy W says

    April 27, 2014 at 11:43 am

    Your new windows look like the perfect location, and those windows sound like a dream window. I’ve never seen or heard of Ultrex Fiberglass Windows and Doors but we have high winds where I live and I would love to learn more. We still have two windows to replace in our old home and the $500 would make it possible.

    My nearest dealer in only 30 miles away on Speedway in Tucson, AZ. Thanks for the chance to win.

  56. Joyzan says

    April 27, 2014 at 12:41 pm

    Just yesterday I caulked up the cracks where the windows don’t close completely & it’s letting in lots of dirt & weather (especially from our dust storms)…..I’m caulking it because we never open those windows anyhow & my electric bill is outrageous…so I really need new windows…..thanks for this chance to win!!!

    We have a dealer not too far away…20 miles….in Mesa, Az. I live in Glendale, AZ

  57. Jeanie @ create&babble says

    April 27, 2014 at 1:50 pm

    There’s one only 5 miles from me in Landisville, Pa.

  58. SalBug says

    April 27, 2014 at 1:56 pm

    Napa, CA – – there are two!

  59. Ashley @ 3 Little Greenwoods says

    April 27, 2014 at 5:17 pm

    Our closest supplier of Integrity Windows is only 20 minutes away in Augusta, Georgia! And we need new windows in a bad way ~ the last owners had the windows painted shut!

    Happy weekend!
    ~ Ashley

  60. Mo says

    April 27, 2014 at 6:01 pm

    Our closest supplier is very close to where we live, in Santa Clarita, CA!

  61. Ashleigh hall says

    April 27, 2014 at 6:04 pm

    We have one in downtown Pensacola, Fl! Yeah!

  62. Jennifer says

    April 27, 2014 at 7:22 pm

    With our New England winters getting longer and longer every year, insulated, weather-tight windows are a must! The closest location in my area is the next town over at a great local supply house in Kensington, NH.

  63. D Schmidt says

    April 27, 2014 at 8:23 pm

    My local dealer is Hammond Lumber Company in Boothbay Harbor Maine

    • D Schmidt says

      April 27, 2014 at 8:42 pm

      My favorite design is definitely the Integrity All Ultrex Casement and Awning window and I love the Inswing French Doors

  64. amy @ one artsy mama says

    April 27, 2014 at 8:51 pm

    Turns out there’s one less than 10 miles from me in MD!

  65. Lisa Brunnabend says

    April 27, 2014 at 9:48 pm

    Kutztown, pa -who knew?

  66. Sondra @ Sondra Lyn at Home says

    April 27, 2014 at 11:40 pm

    There is one very near me, Marvin Windows By Dale Inc. in Huntsville, AL!

  67. Peggy Taylor says

    April 28, 2014 at 8:03 am

    912 Channelside Drive Unit 1201 in Tampa is the closest to me.

  68. Heather says

    April 28, 2014 at 10:46 am

    Great post! BIg windows make such an impact on a home’s interior! Those windows will look amazing by your fireplace!

  69. Robin All Things Heart and Home says

    April 28, 2014 at 10:53 am

    I love windows flanking a fireplace! It’s always seemed serene to sit snuggled watching a roaring fire with snow falling on either side! Love love love (and the Piedmont Rd location is very close to me!) ox

  70. Stacy says

    April 28, 2014 at 10:59 am

    We have 2 in Richmond, VA!

  71. Cathy says

    April 28, 2014 at 11:44 am

    Moscow, ID (40+ miles from home)

  72. Alina says

    April 28, 2014 at 11:59 am

    Mine is 2.2 miles away in Wixom, MI.

    Window Pro
    47705 West Rd Unit B-106
    Wixom, MI 48152
    (248) 476-0075
    (248) 476-0079 (fax)

    info@windowpro.com

    windowpro.DiscoverIntegrityWindows.com

  73. Susan Martin says

    April 28, 2014 at 12:03 pm

    Windows make such a difference don’t they? Love the idea of the windows next to the fireplace! Looks like our closest dealer is Myrtle Beach Building Supply in Longs, SC.

  74. Sean C says

    April 28, 2014 at 12:06 pm

    Love, love, love the big WINDOWS! I have two retailers each less than 10 miles away in Ann Arbor.

  75. Sheila Stevens Moore says

    April 28, 2014 at 4:31 pm

    There is one in Williamsburg ,Va which is about 20 minutes from me in Newport News. We are in need of new windows also so this would help. Thanks for the chance!

  76. Amy says

    April 28, 2014 at 4:41 pm

    Closest is Virginia Beach. Thanks for the chance!

  77. Paula@SweetPea says

    April 28, 2014 at 5:27 pm

    My closest is less than 10 miles away in my same town, Lynchburg.

  78. Tabathia B says

    April 28, 2014 at 6:48 pm

    the closest one is in goldsboro, nc about 30 minutes from where I live

    tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com

  79. Stacy Risenmay says

    April 28, 2014 at 7:59 pm

    Provo, Utah! Which is super close 🙂 Yay!

  80. Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says

    April 28, 2014 at 8:53 pm

    That must have been a fully inflated ball and a swift kick! We’re getting new windows tomorrow.

  81. jessica @fourgenerationsoneroof says

    April 29, 2014 at 7:54 am

    I can think of a few windows we need that’s for sure! 🙂

  82. Kim says

    April 29, 2014 at 11:24 am

    Jonesboro, AR

  83. Amy T says

    April 29, 2014 at 11:26 am

    23453, just down the street actually. Can’t wait to have the budget to replace all of our windows in this house.

  84. Angela Y says

    April 29, 2014 at 11:33 pm

    The closest one to me is Centerville, IN

  85. Heather S says

    April 30, 2014 at 11:48 am

    Carl’s Building Supply in Washington State 🙂

  86. Angie @ CCC says

    May 1, 2014 at 10:08 am

    The closest to me is:

    Marvin Windows by Dale Inc
    915 6th Avenue South
    Nashville
    ,
    TN
    37203

  87. Rachel Cartucci says

    May 1, 2014 at 10:50 am

    Mine is in Oxford MS which is very close to my town. Oxford is my favorite town to shop

  88. Kelly B. says

    May 1, 2014 at 11:57 am

    The closest to me is BMC (Building Materials and Construction Services) in Houston, TX.

  89. Shannon says

    May 1, 2014 at 5:42 pm

    Harry G Barr Co in Springdale Arkansas!

  90. DESIREE H says

    May 2, 2014 at 2:02 am

    My local dealer is:
    Jones Paint & Glass
    6380 South Valley View Drive #306
    Las Vegas, NV 89118

    I would love to have new bay windows for my bedroom!! 🙂
    So beautiful! Thanks for the chance!!
    Faithrains2387 (at) yahoo (dot) com

  91. Pilar says

    May 2, 2014 at 11:26 am

    Closest Integrity dealer to me is:
    Ashby Lumber Door & Window Showroom
    824 Ashby Ave
    Berkeley, CA 94710
    (510) 843-4832
    ashby.integritywindowswest.com

    I’d never heard of this window manufacturer, thanks for the chance to learn about them!

  92. jessica fisher says

    May 2, 2014 at 5:24 pm

    Cleaning. That’s my biggest issue when it comes to windows. That’s why I would love the Double Hung windows and I can use Cash Lumber & Hardware, the nearest Integrity dealer.

  93. Anna Pry says

    May 2, 2014 at 6:40 pm

    There’s one in Zelienople PA, i need to replace our front and back doors on our house
    pryfamily5@gmail.com

  94. Melissa M says

    May 2, 2014 at 8:39 pm

    My closest dealer is in Millstadt IL.

    Our house has the original 1950s windows and they are so drafty!! I would love to get new Double Hung Windows for the whole house. That would make for major savings in our heating and cooling bill,

  95. Serena @ Thrift Diving says

    May 2, 2014 at 10:52 pm

    My closest is in Rockville, MD! Hope I win! 🙂

  96. Lisa Brown says

    May 3, 2014 at 8:34 am

    My dealer is California Craftsman in Auburn, CA. Glider windows are my favorite, they open and close easily. I like the Wood-Ultrex Glider Windows – they are simple, low-maintenance, and are easily removable, so they can be cleaned. 🙂
    jslbrown2009(at)aol(dot)com

  97. Amy S. says

    May 3, 2014 at 3:52 pm

    My closest dealer would be at Home Elements in Alpine, TX. I would love some new windows! Beautiful designs that look like they are made well!

  98. barbara n says

    May 3, 2014 at 8:39 pm

    Window Classics Sarasota
    4141 South Tamiami Trail #19
    Unit 19
    Sarasota, FL 34231

  99. Julie B says

    May 4, 2014 at 11:38 am

    I like the All Ultra Double Hang windows for my front porch.
    The closest location to me is at the
    Social Circle Ace Home Center
    181 S Cherokee Rd
    Social Circle, GA 30025
    It is about 20 minutes away!~
    Thank you for the chance! This would be great, our front porch windows’ wood are starting to rot.
    julumichael (at) yahoo (dot) com

  100. Lora W. says

    May 4, 2014 at 8:07 pm

    Ervin Architectural Products
    1364 London Bridge Rd Suite 102
    Virginia Beach, VA 23453

  101. Christina @ The Frugal Homemaker says

    May 5, 2014 at 11:22 pm

    the closest location to me is Ace Hardware in Social Circle, GA,

    I have been eyeing a new front door – would love to have one with some kind of window feature to let some light in and add some prettiness too! 🙂

  102. Emily says

    May 6, 2014 at 1:03 am

    My local dealer is DMI in Mesa, AZ – would love to get the sliding French doors.

  103. Hannah says

    May 10, 2014 at 1:48 am

    Closest is Dayton OH for myself

  104. Harmony B says

    May 10, 2014 at 7:17 am

    My location is Builders General, Toms River, NJ

  105. Spencer says

    May 13, 2014 at 9:04 pm

    My closest dealer is Southern Lumber Supply in Dothan, Alabama. A new bay window would be great.

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