Gas filled windows / Discussions

...windows: those are great but not essential to have. Gas-gas filled windows are also worth the investment initially, even though the gas will pretty much have dissipated after 7 or 8 years, the savings in those years is worth it. Please fill us in on why you think you need to replace your windows if its only a few that ...

I couldn't see the answer in a search - apologies if this has already been covered. If I know that at the winter solstice the sun will be at an elevation of 20 degrees, my south facing (northern hemisphere) glazing is 4 metres high (bottom to top of windows) - then what is furthest point the sun will reach to into the...

...filled windows be appropriate without the Low E coating?  The Low E coating does reduce the solar gain even if you choose a coating designed for the northern climate.  (I am in Ontario 44 degrees north).  My application would have 5x5 ft fixed windows with 5x2 foot awning style windows below and above for ventilation. ...

...windows on the north side of the home. Is there anything special that should be considered to expand the size of the 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 builder in SE Wi who is familiar with the...