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01-25-15, 07:18 AM

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Where to buy sidelights

I need to replace the GLASS in my 20 year old Andersen front door sidelights.

I see pretty clearly where the screws to the trim are, and am sure the glass will come out easily after freeing it from the caulking. My problem is where to purchase replacement (double pane) glass. Would prefer LOW E or something energy rated.

I've Googled 'Sidelight glass replacement' and it looks like I could by the entire sidelight including the frame from Andersen or a supplier, but I don't see anyone selling just the glass.

Can someone point me to a good source for glass?
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01-25-15, 07:23 AM

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If they are andersen, you get it from them. They have a service website that will get you started.

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01-25-15, 01:02 PM

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Do you have a link? I searched their website. All I see is the entire sidelight (Not just the glass) and only for 2002 and newer. These were installed in 1995.

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Have you went to your local glass shop with the measurements to see if they can get one made for you?

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01-25-15, 01:10 PM

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Their service # is 877-835-9090. Identifying the series and your model number would be the first thing you should do. If you want some help I have a catalog but you haven't given us anything to go on. Pictures and some measurements of the clear glass area would be helpful.

Getting glass right from Andersen is usually preferable because most often you will get the entire replacement sash with it which makes replacement a lot easier.

The glass should also be tempered, not just standard glass. see http://parts.andersenwindows.com/Lea...ProductGlassId

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