There are a lot of bad replacement windows out there and that is because most homeowners do not know or care how bad windows will change the appearance of their house. The window salesperson is usually a first level salesperson who will say anything just to get you to purchase windows from them. There are […]
Thermally Modified Wood
I try to get my larger projects completed by end of June to better enjoy the summer and here it is July and I am way behind! My current project is the restoration of a large attic dormer window with 20 True Divided Lights. During the winter I noticed rain entering the window lights, so [...]
Replacement Window vs Old Window – Energy Analysis
A report has been produced comparing the Cumulative Energy Use of Historic Windows versus Contemporary Windows. [Read more]
How YOU can Help Save Our Old Homes
You can help save our old homes. Promote history with this shirt. Our old homes are slowly being destroyed because homeowners have been brainwashed by advertisements to replace their historic wood windows and wood siding etc. Now's our time to fight back! Spread the word! Let the public know the value of old wood windows [...]
The Window Sash Details – A Character-Defining Element of a Building
Few elements of a building contribute to its architectural character than windows and window sashes. The window muntin design details differ by date. Click here to open a PDF file, for a great read by James L. Garvin of the New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources on: The evolution of window sashes. [Read more]