A 1960 Etobicoke home received 11 custom-size tilt-and-turn European-style windows with retrofit installation, new exterior aluminum cladding, Low-E glass, argon gas and triple glass on the south wall for extra soundproofing.
A 1960 Etobicoke home received 11 custom-size tilt-and-turn European-style windows with retrofit installation, new exterior aluminum cladding, Low-E glass, argon gas and triple glass on the south wall for extra soundproofing.
This Etobicoke project was completed for a home built around 1960. The homeowner wanted a custom window upgrade using tilt-and-turn European-style windows, with every unit custom sized and fitted to the existing openings.
NorthShield recommended a retrofit installation method for this home. This allowed the crew to keep the existing openings and install the new custom windows cleanly, while updating the exterior with new aluminum cladding. For homeowners planning a similar window replacement project in Etobicoke, this approach can improve performance while respecting the existing structure of the home.
The project used tilt-and-turn European-style windows, giving the homeowner flexible operation and strong everyday usability. Each window was custom measured for its existing opening so the new units could fit properly within the retrofit installation plan.
The main glass package used double glass with Low-E coating and argon gas for improved energy efficiency and comfort. On the south wall, NorthShield used triple glass to provide maximum soundproofing because the homeowner was dealing with noise from an AC unit and nearby neighbours. NorthShield’s triple-pane versus double-pane window guide explains why triple glass can be helpful when sound reduction and comfort are priorities.
The installation included 11 windows and was completed in one day by a two-person NorthShield crew. The exterior finishing was completed with new aluminum cladding, giving the outside of the window openings a cleaner and more durable finish.
The finished project gave the home custom-fitted tilt-and-turn windows, improved energy efficiency, better operation and added soundproofing where it was needed most. The combination of Low-E glass, argon gas and careful retrofit installation helped improve comfort while keeping the project efficient. Homeowners comparing window styles can also review NorthShield’s guide to casement versus double-hung windows.
This Etobicoke project replaced 11 custom-size windows in a 1960 home with tilt-and-turn European-style units, retrofit installation, aluminum exterior cladding, Low-E glass, argon gas and triple glass on the south wall for added soundproofing.
NorthShield proudly serves Etobicoke and nearby GTA communities with professional window and door replacement solutions built for Canadian homes. From custom-size tilt-and-turn windows to retrofit installations with aluminum cladding, our team helps homeowners improve comfort, energy efficiency, soundproofing and curb appeal with products made for long-term performance.