Installation

SmartCase™ Installation System

Install this reusable, temporary unit into the frame opening and go ahead with everything right up to interior paint application. The SmartCase™ System saves the final window by absorbing bumps and bruises, adding a layer of water protection, eliminating the need for final window cleaning, and preventing delays. Easily place the final window in the frame unit when it arrives. Learn more >

AAMA Window and Door Installation Instructions

Milgard is a charter member of AAMA (American Architectural Manufacturers Association). Our replacement and new construction windows and doors comply with and use AAMA's installation instructions. For window and door installer instructions, download a PDF here. (These instructions are for review only. If you require a hard copy of the installation instructions, please contact a Milgard representative and they will send you the materials.)

New Construction

AAMA 2400-02: Standard Practice For Installation Of Windows and Doors With a Mounting Flange in Stud Frame Construction (192K pdf, read only)

Replacement

AAMA 2410-03: Standard Practice For Installation Of Windows and Doors With An Exterior Flush Fin Over an Existing Window Frame (383K pdf, read only)

Field Installation Instructions for Milgard Vinyl Sliding Glass Doors

Sliding Patio Doors - Flush Fin: Step-by-step instructions with photos demonstrate how to remove previous doorways and install new flush fin sliding patio doors.

Sliding Patio Doors - Mounting Flange: Step-by-step instructions with photos take you through the installation of a mounting flange sliding patio door for new construction projects.

Installation of Winkhaus Locking Hardware for Fiberglass Patio Doors

Winkhaus Installation Guide: Step-by-step instructions with phots demonstrate how to install Winkhaus locking hardware on fiberglass patio doors.

Installation Masters™ Training Opportunities

Installation Masters™ Training and Certification Program is a nationwide training and certification program developed by AAMA for new construction and replacement installers of windows and exterior glass doors in residential and light commercial markets. Milgard provides the program with many of its accredited instructors.

Milgard's Involvement in AAMA Standards

Through participation in the listed AAMA task forces, Milgard seeks to address critical components in providing consistency in measuring window material contributions to green building.

• Fiberglass Material Council: Green and Sustainability Committee
• Vinyl Material Council: Environmental Stewardship Committee
• Green and Sustainability Specification Development Task Group
• Green and Sustainability Committee