The Window Source Articles in the ‘Window Construction’ Category
Energy Efficient Replacement Windows 101: The Components
Time to get some new replacement windows on your New England home? It gets hot in the summer and cold in the winter, so it’s always good to be protected from the elements with good, insulated windows. If you’re in the market to replace your warped, old aluminum, damaged, or drafty windows, then I bet […]
A Brief Anatomy of a Double-Hung Window
Picture from Eco Woodworks (http://ecowoodworks.com/?page_id=121) Apron: A horizontal piece of trim beneath the sill. Glass: Also called light or glazing. The Window Source offers single, double, and triple pane. Grille: Also called grid or muntin. Decorative cross pieces that divide the window into panes. Some grilles are suspended between the glass; others snap off for […]
The Complete Beginner’s Guide To Replacement Windows (4 of 4)
This is part 4 in our 4 part series entitled: “The Complete Beginner’s Guide To Replacement Windows”. Additional Considerations When Choosing Replacement Windows There are a number of additional considerations that you’ll want to familiarize yourself with prior to replacing your home’s windows. Low E (or Low Emissivity) Glass Light from the sun is made up […]
The History of Energy Efficient Windows
Whether you are constructing a new house or renovating your existing one, you may be learning about the monetary and environmental advantages of energy efficient replacement windows. Did you know that the history of energy efficient windows is relatively brief? Energy efficient windows are the product of about forty years of technological developments. It all […]
