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Fact sheet providing information on window attachments and their potential for improving energy efficiency.
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Article providing fundamental information and recommendations for shading windows for energy savings.
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Video describing how to install European passive house windows. This video is part of an eight-video series by Hammer & Hand.
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Video describing how to install and adjust the sash of European passive house windows. This video is part of an eight-video series by Hammer & Hand.
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Video describing how to insulate the exterior of European passive house windows. This video is part of an eight-video series by Hammer & Hand.
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Video describing how to install European passive house balcony doors. This video is part of an eight-video series by Hammer & Hand.
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Video describing how to prep and air seal the wall cavity for window installation.
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Brochure describing advanced framing techniques.
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Introductory guide to air sealing the envelope of a home to reduce wasted energy and save on energy costs.
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Article describing how to stop air leaks around the windows and doors of a home.
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NOAA webpage providing images and short descriptions of different types of hurricane shutters.
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Document providing guidance on water management concepts and applications for residential buildings.
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Video describing how to prep the rough opening for installation of European passive house windows. This video is part of an eight-video series by Hammer & Hand.
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Video describing how to air seal the interior of European passive house windows. This video is part of an eight-video series by Hammer & Hand.
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Video describing how to install European passive house tilt slide doors. This video is part of an eight-video series by Hammer & Hand.
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Video from LSU AgCenter describing dry floodproofing and how to dry floodproof your home.
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Presentation from American Solar Energy Society on using spectrally selective window technology for passive solar design.
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Video from CBC News on long-term solutions for building homes for hot weather, including using radiant cooling and energy efficient windows.
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Presentation by the Washington University in St. Louis Office of Sustainability on saving energy.
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Web page providing an overview of window coverings such as blinds, shades, shutters, films, and storm windows.
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Homepage for ENERGY STAR’s windows, skylights, and doors program providing information for consumers and links to product directories.
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Webinar explaining how low-e storm windows can be a cost-effective retrofit solution.
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Article describing tips for effectively installing weatherstripping on windows and doors.
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Document about condensation between the panes, on the inside surface of the outer glass of double pane windows.
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The Window Selection Tool will take you through a series of design conditions pertaining to your design and location.
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Fact sheet describing conditions for wildfire, how a home catches fire, how to create a survivable space, the ideal fire resistant home.
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Video describing hurricane ties and how they make your home more ready for severe weather by strengthening structural connections.
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Fact sheet describing building envelope performance measures applicable to residential and small commercial construction.
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Website providing guidance on how to reduce the risk of damage to a home from hail.