How the Weather Can Affect Your Windows
Quality windows can last a long time with proper care. According to This Old House, you can expect most windows to last between 15 and 30
WINDOWS & DOORS FACTS & TIPS
What to Look For in Interior vs. Exterior Doors
Whether you’re shopping for interior or exterior doors, it’s smart to slow down and make sure you make the right choice. Not all doors are created
3 Potential Patio Door Upgrades to Make This Summer
During the final days of summer, you no doubt want to enjoy any outdoor spaces on your property to the fullest. A patio is one of
3 Ways Energy-Efficient Patio Doors Benefit the Earth, Your Home, and Your Wallet
If your patio door is older or has seen better days, it may be time to think about replacing it. A new patio door that is
4 Reasons to Opt for Sliding Doors Over Folding Doors
When building or upgrading a home, you have multiple different door options to consider. As you install doors, you must consider the aesthetics, functionality, and energy
3 Reasons to Update Your Backyard Patio Doors
Looking for a way to upgrade your outdoor living space and increase your home value? Consider a backyard patio door update. Upgrading or updating home components
Solar Energy – Energy released by the sun from 3 distinct regions of the solar light spectrum
- UV rays 3%
- Visible Light 45%
- Near Infrared (NIR) 52% (where the heat we experience comes from)
Fading Transmission
- How much fading potential comes through a window
- Light in the spectral region from 300 to 700 nanometers
- The lower the Fading Transmission number the better the glass is for reducing fading potential for carpets and furniture
Visible Light Transmittance (VLT)
- How much light passes through a window
- This is the visible light that we see
- Near Infrared (NIR) 52% (where the heat we experience comes from)
U-Value or U-Factor
- How much heat transfers through a window
- The lower the U-Value, the slower the rate of heat flow, thereby better insulation performance
WINDOWS & DOORS FACTS & TIPS
A bedroom without an exterior door will require an EGRESS complaint window *All 4 criteria are required to pass EGRESS
STEP 1
20” minimum width.
(net clear opening)
STEP 2
24” minimum height.
(net clear opening)
STEP 3
Minimum Total
5.7 sqft. vent space.
(net clear opening)
STEP 4
Maximum 44” sill height off finish floor.
General Window Anatomy
