Windows / Discussions

...windows for a fraction of the cost? We have a ton of trees around the house so there is virtually no solar gain through the windows ever. The big benefit with...

...windows are starting to get what looks like a black mold - should I be worried? What can I do to stop it - or is condensation on our windows just a part of livi...

...Windows need to be pretty bad in order to justify a full replacement. If they were single pane we would probably agree, but double pane windows mean they are at...

...windows , but the short story is as follows: Triple pane windows from our research will usually pay for themselves in the long run, as will gas filled windows. ...

...windows and door on the outside. Now I'm wondering if there is any insulation around any of the windows and doors that were all installed about ten years ago. M...

I have a new house (self-built) on a concrete slab insulated with R22 rockwool and R3 panel insulation. The windows are double glazed wood and aluminum. I do n...

We are contemplating an energy retrofit to several 1960's chalet style cabins in Northern VT. Budget matters and the windows of the cabins are in reasonably de...

I am following your technique to seal the windows from inside that is to use Rockwool to insulate the gap and tape for water, air and vapor barrier. I am conce...

...windows or other possibilities that you would advise. Thank you. If your home has south-facing windows that recieve direct sun, then you are already benefitting...

...windows and NZP, both are available in Quebec, both manufacture high quality triple pane windows. And we already have exactly the page you need, have a read her...

...windows, there is no really no difference between basements and above grade walls. Basement windows are often smaller than main floor windows, other than that, ...

...windows by the builder? If we install triple pane windows, do I still need to install double windows for each opening to retain the envelope? I am looking for a...

Ive been a Plasterer for 30yrs and always wrapped and flashed windows to protect from water intrusion. Yet I see roofers doing it wrong, painters attempting it...

...windows. I have 2 Pinnacle 2638/44, 6-lite eyebrow (swing out) that I would like to re-sell. They have never been unpacked. Screens & hardware included. Any rep...

...windows) - then what is furthest point the sun will reach to into the home ? What is the calculation here? Memories of high school maths isn't helping me here. ...

...windows are appropriately facing south and the entire design is sound with thermal mass and good overhangs would double or triple glaze Argon filled windows be ...

...windows yet? We have a page on how to choose the best windows and what to look for in window performance. Choosing triple pane windows instead of double pane wi...

...windows be installed? Also, once installed can I add stone and mortar to the stucco exterior? You could use Straw bale SIPs on the outside of a shipping contain...