New-Construction-Windows - Revision history

Simcha at 20:05, 20 January 2013

2013-01-20T20:05:08Z

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	==== Gas Insulation ====		==== Gas Insulation ====
−	Window manufacturers of aluminum, fiberglass, composite, vinyl and wood frame windows offer an additional insulating gas which they pump into the space between the panes of a multi-pane new construction window. Insulating gasses includes both ~~krypton and~~ argon gas which further insulate a replacement window and increase its U-Rating.	+	Window manufacturers of aluminum, fiberglass, composite, vinyl and wood frame windows offer an additional insulating gas which they pump into the space between the panes of a multi-pane new construction window. Insulating gasses includes both [[Argon Gas Windows\|argon]] and [[Krypton Gas Windows\|krypton]] gas which further insulate a replacement window and increase its U-Rating.

	==== Low-E Coating ====		==== Low-E Coating ====

Simcha: /* Accessories */

2012-08-13T19:37:19Z

Accessories

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	Window grilles are an additional order which the homeowner may request, either as an insert between multi-panes of a double or triple paned window or as clip on grilles which the homeowner can attach to the window with spring-clips.		Window grilles are an additional order which the homeowner may request, either as an insert between multi-panes of a double or triple paned window or as clip on grilles which the homeowner can attach to the window with spring-clips.
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	[[Category:Replacement Windows]]		[[Category:Replacement Windows]]

Simcha: /* Aluminum Frames */

2012-06-05T01:52:08Z

Aluminum Frames

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	==== Aluminum Frames ====		==== Aluminum Frames ====
−	Aluminum new construction replacement windows are lightweight, durable and maintenance free though the older grades of aluminum are problematic insulators . Today many aluminum windows include thermal breaks, insulating plastic strips between the inside and the outside of the window's frame and sash and a foam insulation which creates a high energy-efficient frame. Aluminum frames offer good noise abatement capabilities.	+	Aluminum new construction replacement windows are lightweight, durable and maintenance free though the older grades of aluminum are problematic insulators. Today many aluminum windows include thermal breaks, insulating plastic strips between the inside and the outside of the window's frame and sash and a foam insulation which creates a high energy-efficient frame. Aluminum frames offer good noise abatement capabilities.

	==== Wood and Wood Clad Frames ====		==== Wood and Wood Clad Frames ====

Simcha: /* Considerations */

2012-06-05T01:48:59Z

Considerations

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	New construction windows are an appropriate choice for a home's replacement windows when the homeowner is changing the window size or when a question exists about the insulating or weather resistant properties of the former window. Before a leaky window is replaced with a new [[Retrofit Windows\|retrofit window]], the frame's weather stripping should be checked. If the moisture barrier is not weather proof, a new construction replacement window should be considered to correct the problem with the frame. The new construction window also provides the correct window frame size when the remodeling project includes windows which are sized differently than the previous windows.		New construction windows are an appropriate choice for a home's replacement windows when the homeowner is changing the window size or when a question exists about the insulating or weather resistant properties of the former window. Before a leaky window is replaced with a new [[Retrofit Windows\|retrofit window]], the frame's weather stripping should be checked. If the moisture barrier is not weather proof, a new construction replacement window should be considered to correct the problem with the frame. The new construction window also provides the correct window frame size when the remodeling project includes windows which are sized differently than the previous windows.

−	=== ~~Considerations~~ ===	+	=== New Construction vs. Retrofit Windows ===
−	New construction windows are a more expensive window alternative than retrofit windows. In a retrofit window installation, only the inner window sash is replaced. Installation of new construction replacement windows involves a more complicated process than installation of a retrofit replacement window and can alter the home's exterior finish. Homeowners must repaint the room's interior after a new construction installation. A new construction window will increase the home's resale value by approximately the same amount as a retrofit window IF the original frame is sound and weather resistant.	+	New construction windows are a more expensive window alternative than retrofit windows. In a retrofit window installation, only the inner window sash is replaced. Installation of new construction replacement windows involves a more complicated process than installation of a retrofit replacement window and can alter the home's exterior finish. Homeowners must repaint the room's interior after a new construction installation. A new construction window will increase the home's resale value by approximately the same amount as a retrofit window IF the original frame is sound and weather resistant.

	=== Installation ===		=== Installation ===

Simcha: /* Benefits */

2012-06-05T01:47:33Z

Benefits

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	=== Benefits ===		=== Benefits ===
−	New construction windows are an appropriate choice for a home's replacement windows when the homeowner is changing the window size or when a question exists about the insulating or weather resistant properties of the former window. Before a leaky window is replaced with a new window, the frame's weather stripping should be checked. If the moisture barrier is not weather proof, a new construction replacement window should be considered to correct the problem with the frame. The new construction window also provides the correct window frame size when the remodeling project includes windows which are sized differently than the previous windows.	+	New construction windows are an appropriate choice for a home's replacement windows when the homeowner is changing the window size or when a question exists about the insulating or weather resistant properties of the former window. Before a leaky window is replaced with a new [[Retrofit Windows\|retrofit window]], the frame's weather stripping should be checked. If the moisture barrier is not weather proof, a new construction replacement window should be considered to correct the problem with the frame. The new construction window also provides the correct window frame size when the remodeling project includes windows which are sized differently than the previous windows.

	=== Considerations ===		=== Considerations ===

Simcha at 01:44, 5 June 2012

2012-06-05T01:44:36Z

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	\|data8 = Window replacement alternatives which include a completely new window frame along with the window sash.}}		\|data8 = Window replacement alternatives which include a completely new window frame along with the window sash.}}

−	New Construction windows are installed into a window opening together with a new window frame. New construction replacement windows are an appropriate [[Replacement ~~Window~~\|replacement window]] choice when the original window frame is damaged or improperly insulated.	+	New Construction windows are installed into a window opening together with a new window frame. New construction replacement windows are an appropriate [[Replacement Windows\|replacement window]] choice when the original window frame is damaged or improperly insulated.

	== New Construction Windows ==		== New Construction Windows ==

Simcha at 01:43, 5 June 2012

2012-06-05T01:43:33Z

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	\|data8 = Window replacement alternatives which include a completely new window frame along with the window sash.}}		\|data8 = Window replacement alternatives which include a completely new window frame along with the window sash.}}

−	New Construction windows are installed into a window opening together with a new window frame. New construction replacement windows are an appropriate replacement window choice when the original window frame is damaged or improperly insulated.	+	New Construction windows are installed into a window opening together with a new window frame. New construction replacement windows are an appropriate [[Replacement Window\|replacement window]] choice when the original window frame is damaged or improperly insulated.

	== New Construction Windows ==		== New Construction Windows ==

Simcha at 01:41, 5 June 2012

2012-06-05T01:41:26Z

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	{{Infobox		{{Infobox
	\|title = New Construction Window		\|title = New Construction Window
−	\|image = [[File:Space holder.jpg\|215px\|alt=~~Block Glass Windows~~]]	+	\|image = [[File:Space holder.jpg\|215px\|alt=New Construction Window]]
	\|header5 = Other Names		\|header5 = Other Names
−	\|data6 = ~~Replacement~~ New Construction ~~Window~~	+	\|data6 = New Construction Replacement Windows
	\|header7 = Description:		\|header7 = Description:
−	\|data8 = Window replacement alternatives which include a completely new window frame along with the window sash}}	+	\|data8 = Window replacement alternatives which include a completely new window frame along with the window sash.}}

	New Construction windows are installed into a window opening together with a new window frame. New construction replacement windows are an appropriate replacement window choice when the original window frame is damaged or improperly insulated.		New Construction windows are installed into a window opening together with a new window frame. New construction replacement windows are an appropriate replacement window choice when the original window frame is damaged or improperly insulated.

Simcha at 01:39, 5 June 2012

2012-06-05T01:39:11Z

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	Window grilles are an additional order which the homeowner may request, either as an insert between multi-panes of a double or triple paned window or as clip on grilles which the homeowner can attach to the window with spring-clips.		Window grilles are an additional order which the homeowner may request, either as an insert between multi-panes of a double or triple paned window or as clip on grilles which the homeowner can attach to the window with spring-clips.
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		+	[[Category:Replacement Windows]]

Laurierappeport: /* Energy Efficiency = */

2012-05-27T22:53:04Z

Energy Efficiency =

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	Awning and hopper new construction replacement windows are often used to increase a room's ventilation. They are often installed in a small rough opening for either a square or rectangle window opening. The hinges of a hopper are located on the top of the window frame or, for an awning window, on the bottom of the window frame. The windows open either inward or outward, according to the placement of the hinges and the homeowner's preference to increase privacy while permitting increased air flow into the room. Hopper and awning windows may be installed on their own or over or under a picture, double hung or casement window as an option for increasing ventilation into a room and as an enhancement to the window's appearance.		Awning and hopper new construction replacement windows are often used to increase a room's ventilation. They are often installed in a small rough opening for either a square or rectangle window opening. The hinges of a hopper are located on the top of the window frame or, for an awning window, on the bottom of the window frame. The windows open either inward or outward, according to the placement of the hinges and the homeowner's preference to increase privacy while permitting increased air flow into the room. Hopper and awning windows may be installed on their own or over or under a picture, double hung or casement window as an option for increasing ventilation into a room and as an enhancement to the window's appearance.

−	== Energy Efficiency ===	+	=== Energy Efficiency ===
	New construction windows which meet acceptable U-Ratings will save the homeowner considerable amounts of money through reduced energy costs throughout the lifetime of the windows. The United States Department of Energy notes that a homeowner can expect to see a full return on the increased cost of a well-insulated window, as indicated by the presence of an Energy Star Rating, within the first four years of the window's use. Depending on the area of the country where the homeowner lives, replacement new construction windows with low U-Ratings can save a homeowner anywhere from $200 - $600 per year and overall, reduce energy costs by 7-15 percent.		New construction windows which meet acceptable U-Ratings will save the homeowner considerable amounts of money through reduced energy costs throughout the lifetime of the windows. The United States Department of Energy notes that a homeowner can expect to see a full return on the increased cost of a well-insulated window, as indicated by the presence of an Energy Star Rating, within the first four years of the window's use. Depending on the area of the country where the homeowner lives, replacement new construction windows with low U-Ratings can save a homeowner anywhere from $200 - $600 per year and overall, reduce energy costs by 7-15 percent.