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Wood
Pros: Cheap
         Easy to change shape or size as your needs for space change
         DIY - most people would be able to build it from scratch or make modifications (e.g. add windows)
         Can be converted to chazzon ish (replace metal screws with peg screws)
         Can integrate a schlock to the structure
Cons: Heavy, Can warp over time. (note: if you use enough fasteners and are also careful to assemble it balanced this can be minimized)
         Needs lots of storage space

Fiberglass
Pros: Easy Setup (on level ground)
         Length/width is reconfigurable (you just need to buy a few 2x4 beams if you change layout)
Cons: Expensive
         Greenhouse effect on hot days (need to budget for several open/shut windows)
         Connection threads can become bent even with proper storage (need to budget for the odd panel replacement here and there)
         Can Crack or Break

Canvas
Pros: Setup in minutes
Cons: Not accepted by all poskim
         Poor protection from cold Weather
         Wind Can be bothersome.


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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #520 on: June 15, 2022, 04:51:02 PM »
Correct, and Tri state is pricier indeed. But no way I can see myself sitting within awning stripes, Tri state's feel is like an additional nice room to your home. I found the thinner material to be only the designed linen type materials, the ones with the print are extremely thick, and more expensive too.
Are there anyone else other then Dean and Tri State that better or cheaper?

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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #521 on: June 15, 2022, 11:56:47 PM »
Are there anyone else other then Dean and Tri State that better or cheaper?
I'm not familiar but I doubt it.

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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #522 on: August 18, 2022, 06:01:22 PM »

Panels on the top and bottom are held in place by turn buckles



These pieces of hardware don't come up when I search for turn buckles. Do you know what these are called?
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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #523 on: August 18, 2022, 06:11:49 PM »
These pieces of hardware don't come up when I search for turn buckles. Do you know what these are called?
Turn buttons, wing clips, etc.

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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #524 on: August 18, 2022, 06:28:45 PM »
These pieces of hardware don't come up when I search for turn buckles. Do you know what these are called?

Sorry Turn button.

https://www.lowes.com/search?searchTerm=turn%20button%20latch&catalog=4294711068
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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #525 on: August 18, 2022, 06:58:32 PM »
Make sure you protect them (either painted, or some sort of clear coat spray), otherwise they'll rust.

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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #526 on: August 18, 2022, 07:00:58 PM »
Make sure you protect them (either painted, or some sort of clear coat spray), otherwise they'll rust.
Buy galvanized
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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #527 on: August 18, 2022, 07:23:35 PM »
I'm actually doing something with plexiglass and I was looking for something like this and I remembered that that post had similar hardware.
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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #528 on: September 18, 2022, 12:19:59 PM »
Can anyone recommend Sukkah Outlet?

They claim to be the exact same quality as Leiter's (same manufacturer) and are $10-$20 cheaper per panel.

Is Leiter's just the way to go?


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« Reply #529 on: September 18, 2022, 02:11:36 PM »
Can anyone recommend Sukkah Outlet?

They claim to be the exact same quality as Leiter's (same manufacturer) and are $10-$20 cheaper per panel.

Is Leiter's just the way to go?
I've mentioned before that it will be almost impossible for anyone to compare, because in general people only buy these type once. That being said, I just got one from sukkahoutlet, but I haven't put it up yet.
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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #530 on: September 18, 2022, 02:19:48 PM »
I've mentioned before that it will be almost impossible for anyone to compare, because in general people only buy these type once. That being said, I just got one from sukkahoutlet, but I haven't put it up yet.

Maybe people who “professionally” build sukkahs for others as a living would have an idea on ease of assembly, build quality, and maybe even durability (if they have repeat business every year and have been doing this for a while).
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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #531 on: September 18, 2022, 02:57:23 PM »
Can anyone recommend Sukkah Outlet?

They claim to be the exact same quality as Leiter's (same manufacturer) and are $10-$20 cheaper per panel.

Is Leiter's just the way to go?



I bought a panel sukkah from Sukkah Outlet 8 years ago and am still (happily) using it. As others said, I've never had Leiter's so I can't compare, but the price was right and I have no regrets.

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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #532 on: September 18, 2022, 03:29:25 PM »
Maybe people who “professionally” build sukkahs for others as a living would have an idea on ease of assembly, build quality, and maybe even durability (if they have repeat business every year and have been doing this for a while).

it varies based on many factors like how you store it and care for it while building it and the enviroment that it is being used in for example in florida the panels may bow or fade more then in NY, not because of quality rather its more dry and the wood inside can warp (leiters uses real 1/4in ply and sukkah depot uses some type of wood pulp thing)

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« Reply #533 on: September 18, 2022, 03:30:29 PM »
In terms of quality it will be hard to know because most people just get one company and stick with it.

In terms of price, Sukkah Center< Sukkah Outlet < Leiter's , and Sukkah Depot only sends a quote if you request.

For example, for an 8x12 with one door and no windows without schach:
SC $1710 SO $2050 L $2150
All are plus tax and shipping and some may not ship on time without expedited shipping which may change the equation.
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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #534 on: September 18, 2022, 03:31:46 PM »


how old are these prices?

im currently being told 260 per 4ft panel and 300 for door for the leiters

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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #535 on: September 18, 2022, 03:54:39 PM »
im currently being told 260 per 4ft panel and 300 for door for the leiters
Leiter's 7.5" x 4" = $255
Leiter's 8" x 4" = $265

Leiter's 7.5" x 4" door = $505
Leiter's 8" x 4" door = $515

(These are colored panels, clear lucite is additional)

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« Reply #536 on: September 18, 2022, 06:43:14 PM »
how old are these prices?

im currently being told 260 per 4ft panel and 300 for door for the leiters
Last year, when I made that post.
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« Reply #537 on: September 18, 2022, 07:56:28 PM »
I've mentioned before that it will be almost impossible for anyone to compare, because in general people only buy these type once. That being said, I just got one from sukkahoutlet, but I haven't put it up yet.
I hear ya... perhaps someone did some detailed research when purchasing theirs... Or question was if one would recommend Sukkah Outlet.

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Re: Best Sukkah?
« Reply #538 on: September 18, 2022, 08:09:57 PM »
I've mentioned before that it will be almost impossible for anyone to compare, because in general people only buy these type once. That being said, I just got one from sukkahoutlet, but I haven't put it up yet.
what made you go with Sukkah Outlet and which one did you get

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« Reply #539 on: September 18, 2022, 08:44:10 PM »
what made you go with Sukkah Outlet and which one did you get
I won it in a Chinese Auction, I got "hazelnut" and I did upgrade one panel to a window panel.
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