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Explore this extensive library of building science guidance including research reports from DOE’s Building America program as well as hundreds of other articles, fact sheets, webpages, and reference documents related to constructing and renovating homes.

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Window Condensation in Historic Buildings that Have Been Adapted for New Uses

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Author(s)
Brown William C
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Organization(s)
National Research Council Canada,
NRC
Description
Research study describing an evaluation of selected windows undertaken by IRC researchers at Ottawa’s Laurier House (now being used as a museum) to determine their effectiveness in controlling condensation.

Window Orientation and Shading

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Florida Solar Energy Center
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Organization(s)
FSEC
Description
Web article providing information on how to reduce solar gains through windows.

Window Selection Tool: New Construction Windows

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Author(s)
Efficient Windows Collaborative,
National Fenestration Rating Council
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Organization(s)
Efficient Windows Collaborative,
NFRC
Description
The Window Selection Tool will take you through a series of design conditions pertaining to your design and location.

Window Shades Recalled by Carra Imports

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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
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Organization(s)
CPSC
Description
Webpage documenting a recall of a window shade product.

Windows & Skylights Tax Credit

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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR
Description
Tax credit for ENERGY STAR certified windows, doors and skylights.

Windows, Doors, and Skylights Climate Zone Finder

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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR
Description
ENERGY STAR website to find the best windows by selecting your state and county (or zip code in California) to find your climate zone and learn more about picking the best product for your area.