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Green energy efficient window Questions

What are the best window options (triple vs. dual pane; fiberglas; brands, solar UV, etc.)? Building a new home near cold Duluth, MN.

— Alison Wrob Nevis, MN

Michael Holcomb

Answered by Michael Holcomb

Alliance for Environmental Sustainability (Headquarters)

March 14, 2013

What are the best window options (triple vs. dual pane; fiberglas; brands, solar UV, etc.)? Building a new home near cold Duluth, MN.

— Alison Wrob Nevis, MN

Answered by Michael Holcomb on March 14, 2013

Here in Orlando people in the construction industry suggest double paned windows aren't that effective. Can that be?

— R Vis Apopka, FL

Answered by Scott Grieves, CPM, CEA on March 6, 2013

What is the best window treatment material for a home with radiant heat?

— Chris Beebe Carbondale, CO

Answered by Sean Lintow Sr on December 31, 2012

Can you tell me who sells a 36" by 80" full glass door with low e and argon? Lowe's and Home Depot don't carry this.

— Jerry H. Hopkins, SC

Answered by David Willson on November 27, 2012

Are (non-opening) picture windows more energy efficient than windows that open? If so, what should I look for?

— Wendy Smith Camp Hill, PA

Answered by Richard Williams on November 13, 2012

What are my best options when purchasing and installing new windows? Our floor to ceiling windows are old and need to be replaced.

— Daria Medford, NJ

Answered by Michael Holcomb on October 16, 2012

I am considering aluminum replacements for old wood windows and doors. Is Aluminum environmentally friendly?

— RawM Schenectady, NY

Answered by Polly Osborne, FAIA, LEED AP on August 30, 2012

What are some alternatives to stop the thermal bridging around the windows and doors?

— Doug Keaty Albuquerque, NM

Answered by Edward Wright on August 22, 2012

Would it help to replace the weather stripping around our window sashes? The old ones are flat and brittle.

— Ken Ray Cary, NC

Answered by Lucas Johnson on July 9, 2012

What should I know about window glazing?

— Ronnie Dio Phoenix, AZ

Answered by Elizabeth DiSalvo on May 10, 2012

 
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