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Proper flashing around windows is especially important when the rigid foam serves as the drainage plane in the wall

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Mon, 10/01/2007 - 12:00

Exterior storm window

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Interior removable storm window sample

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Installed interior removable storm window

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Wed, 12/01/2010 - 12:00

Frame preparation for inserting a replacement window

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Window sash modification

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Window sash retrofit example

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Vinyl frame window

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Replacement window rough opening preparation

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Example sill detail of "innie" window

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Example sill detail of "outie" window

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Exterior window replacement detail

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

After installing the house wrap over the SIPS, window flashing is installed

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Wed, 11/14/2012 - 12:00

Interior storm window on double-hung original window

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Interior storm window on double-hung original window

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Condensation potential for interior storm window retrofit

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Example sill detail of insert replacement window

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Frame preparation for replacement window sashes

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Example jamb detail for a replacement window sash

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Window sash replacement jamb liners

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Exterior aluminum storm window showing weep channel, example 1

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Exterior aluminum storm window showing weep channel, example 2

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Example sill detail for window replacement without siding replacement

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Example sill detail of replacement window in conjunction with siding replacement

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Sat, 12/01/2012 - 12:00

Advanced Framing: Insulated Headers

Guide describing how to insulate headers over doors and windows to reduce heat loss and heat gain through solid wood framing.

Insert Replacement Window

Guide describing how to insert a replacement window in an existing home.

Complete Window and Frame Replacement

Guide describing a complete window replacement in existing homes.

Window Sash Replacement

Guide describing how to replace a window sash in an existing home.

Window Rehabilitation

Guide describing how to rehab a window in an existing home.

Window Sash Retrofit

Guide describing how to modify an existing window sash for high-efficient windows.

Air Sealing Window and Door Rough Openings

Guide describing how to air-seal the rough openings around doors and windows.

Install Top Plates or Blocking at the Top of Walls Adjoining Unconditioned Spaces

Guide describing how to correctly air-seal a wall with missing top plates or open wall cavities.

Advanced Framing: Minimal Framing at Doors and Windows

Guide describing how to minimize framing around doors and windows to reduce heat losses and gains through structural framing.

Skylight Shaft Walls

Guide describing insulation techniques for skylight shaft walls.

Low-E Exterior Storm Windows

Guide describing how to install low-e exterior storm windows.

Interior Storm Windows and Panels

Guide describing how to install low-e interior storm windows.