[Public-List] Windows and Lexan

[Elyse Pastor]

Hello to all of you
So far - we are having a great summer with fair winds and good racing here 
in Montreal and life could not be better.
I am still evaluating the materials for the replacement of the windows and I 
am aware of the pro's and cons of Lexan and Plexi. I had also a chat with my 
supplier and he suggested to me to take Lexan MR10 with Margard II Coating. 
On paper it really looks good. UV protected, abrasion resistant  and 15 
years warranty against yellowing.
Did anyone make some experience with this material. I would consider (and 
was suggested to me) to take 1/4".
(EXERPT FROM USPLASTICS WEB SITE)
Lexan* MR10 Sheet with Margard* II Coating
Lexan* MR10 sheets improved Margard® II coating resists abrasion and defies 
graffiti to ensure a “like-new” appearance for many years to come. The next 
generation of UV absorbers, Margard® coating now incorporates enhanced UV 
absorbers to protect the sheet from the debilitating effects of sunlight. As 
a result, Lexan* MR10 is accompanied by extended warranties that are your 
assurance of long term product performance; 10 yr. prorated replacement 
warranty against breakage, yellowing, abrasion, loss of light transmission 
and coating delamination.^ 15 year warranty against yellowing and light 
transmission for qualified dual glazed systems.** Virtually unbreakable. 
High light transmission common to all Lexan* sheet products. Easily 
maintained without marring, hazing, or yellowing. Compiles with major model 
building codes. Dade county approved material.† Recommended by GE for use in 
residential vertical glazing applications. The ideal glazing for high 
traffic and high impact areas such as: educational institutions, psychiatric 
hospitals, storefronts and windows, low-level physical attack areas, 
entrance doors and patios, hurricane protection, railings and sound 
barriers. Will withstand -40° to 180° continuous and 220°F short term with 
no load.

Thanks for your inputs and happy sailing
Bruno & Elyse