I purchased Weather Shield's Signature Series Double Hung Windows with laminated glass from AIROOM Architects and Builders in Lincolnwood Illinois. AIROOM was the product dealer and installer. The windows were installed early spring of 2019. So I have had the opportunity to see how they perform through spring, summer, fall and now winter months. From the very beginning they have been a disappointment. The Midwest Weather Shield representative and manager from AIROOM both have heard my concerns. Neither of them provided any resolution, discount, nor apology. I'm STUCK with them. I didn't mind paying the extreme cost $$,$$$ for the windows. I even sacrificed my 100 year old maple, oak and birch interior window trim because I was told AIROOM do not install replacement windows, only new construction windows. And it was my understanding I was purchasing an excellent product, one of the best windows in the Midwest per conversations with AIROOM sales and planning teams. Losing the antique window trim hurts me more than the money. In short, they do not perform as I understood they would. I was told by the Weather Shield sales representative the laminated window glass would provide sound reduction. I live on a very busy traffic intersection and business district. I originally had vinyl replacement windows with a removable screen. Well, needless to say my old vinyl replacement windows performed just as well as or better than the NEW Weather Shield windows in terms of sound reduction, had a tight even closure and the window screens were stronger and better engineered. The Weather Shield windows close unevenly, some close tightly and some don't and the window screens can become dislodged from the window on windy days. See attached photo. I thank GOD the window screen that blew away didn't hit anyone. But easily could have there's a busy intersection and CVS Pharmacy parking lot adjacent to my building were people are always coming and going. I never had these issues with the cheaper vinyl windows. Also, because my construction project has taken over a year to complete the window decals were on the windows for months...ok .. *free* advertisement too. Therefore, I want to say I DO NOT RECOMMEND NOR ENDORSE Weather Shield's Signature Series Double Hung Windows with laminated glass for sound reduction, even tight closures and for windy climates. read more