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Insert Double Hung Windows: An Energy Efficient Option

The best thing about springtime is the ability to open your windows so fresh air can banish the winter blues.  If opening your windows gives you pause because they don’t work as well as they used to and they seem to require constant maintenance, it may be time to consider replacing those old windows.

When it comes time to buy new windows, consider buying frame-in-frame double hung windows. These work by inserting the sashes and a smaller frame into the one already present.

You get to keep the look of your home the same and reap the benefits of modern windows at the same time.

Easy Maintenance
It can be difficult to clean the outside surface of most windows, but this option has sashes that can either be removed completely or tilted inwards, for easier cleaning.

Other maintenance friendly options now available are as follow

  • Treated aluminum exteriors are resistant to weather damage from hail and water. This type of frame doesn’t need the same maintenance as complete wood frames do.
  • Paint that is graded for commercial use, therefore resistant to fading and chipping.

Energy Efficient
In addition to having frames that fit snuggly to the existing frame, therefore preventing drafts, the glass itself is engineered to save money on energy bills.

  • Multi-Pane Options
    Multi-pane windows have air between the panes of glass to add an extra layer of insulation. While many options only use normal air, some enhance the insulation value by using krypton or argon gas.
  • Low-e Coating
    The glass is often coated with a film which reflects varying amounts of UV radiation away. This prevents warming of the air inside in the summer and cuts down on fading drapes, carpets and upholstery.

Most of these windows carry the Energy Star label, as well.

Safety
Windows have locks to prevent people from breaking in, but there are now options to prevent small children or animals from falling out of windows.  These devices screw into the upper sash and prevent windows from opening more than four inches. You can manually override it, to open the window to its full potential when you need to as well.  Before checking this option out, check with your building codes. Different counties have different requirements for including them in new windows.

These insert windows can be customized to your existing color scheme and home design, so you won’t be sacrificing appearance for greater functionality.  If you have questions about whether these windows might be right for your home, contact the replacement window specialists at Window Outfitters today.

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