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DOE Siding and Windows Retrofit: Cedar Siding Retrofit, Bellingham WA

Author(s)
Theresa Gilbride,
Kohta Ueno
Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL,
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Publication Date
Case study describing a wall and window retrofit of a 1970s cedar-sided home in Bellingham WA that included adding 2 inches of cork insulation while replacing the existing cedar siding and replacing the double-pane windows with triple-pane windows.
Case Study

DOE Siding and Windows Retrofit: Kit Home Retrofit, Kalamazoo MI

Author(s)
Theresa Gilbride,
Kohta Ueno
Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL,
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Publication Date
Case study describing a wall and window retrofit of a 1940s kit home in Kalamazoo MI that included adding 1 inch of rigid polyisocyanurate insulation and low-e storm windows while replacing vinyl siding on the home.
Case Study

Low-E Storm Windows & Panels: A New Tool for Utility and Weatherization Programs

Author(s)
Cort Katherine A
Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Publication Date
Brochure describing use of low-e storm windows as effective ways weatherization programs can increase the efficiency of windows without significant costs.
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Window Condensation in Historic Buildings that Have Been Adapted for New Uses

Author(s)
Brown William C
Organization(s)
National Research Council Canada,
NRC
Publication Date
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.
Reference

Measurement of the Solar Heat Gain Coefficient and U Value of Windows with Insect Screens

Author(s)
Brunger Alfred,
Harrison Stephen,
Dubrous Francois M
Organization(s)
American Society of Heating,
Refrigerating,
American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers,
ASHRAE
Publication Date
Technical article presenting the results of an analysis on the effect of insect screens on window solar heat gain coefficients and U-values.
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Window and Door Installation, FEMA Technical Fact Sheet No. 6.1

Author(s)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Organization(s)
FEMA
Publication Date
Fact sheet describing flashing detail concepts for window and door openings that provide adequate resistance to water intrusion in coastal environments, do not depend solely on sealants, are integral with secondary weather barriers (e.g., housewrap), and are adequately attached to the wall...
Reference
Tempered glass windows usually have an etched marking on the glass in the corner of the window that includes the supplier's name, place of fabrication, date manufactured, thickness, and certifications or safety standards the glass meets.

Tempered glass windows usually have an etched marking on the glass in the corner of the window that includes the supplier's name, place of fabrication, date manufactured, thickness, and certifications or safety standards the glass meets.

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DOE Siding and Windows Retrofit: Vinyl over Stucco, Long Island NY

Author(s)
Theresa Gilbride,
Kohta Ueno
Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL,
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Publication Date
Case study describing a wall and window retrofit of a 1920s home in Long Island NY that included adding 1 inch of rigid foam insulation over existing stucco and covering with vinyl siding on the home, then adding exterior low-e storm windows to previously upgraded double-pane windows.
Case Study

Building America Top Innovations 2013: Window Replacement, Rehabilitation, & Repair Guide

Author(s)
Building Science Corporation,
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Organization(s)
BSC,
PNNL
Publication Date
Case study describing a 2013 DOE Building America Top Innovation on upgrading or replacing windows in existing homes, based on research by Building America research partner Building Science Corporation.
Case Study

Thin Triple-Pane Windows: Coming Soon to a Hardware Store Near You!

Author(s)
Gilbride Theresa L
Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Publication Date
Fact sheet poster describing the energy efficiency and comfort benefits of thin triple-pane windows as compared to standard triple-pane and double-pane windows.
Reference

Database of Low-e Storm Window Energy Performance across U.S. Climate Zones

Author(s)
Cort Katherine A,
Culp Thomas D
Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL,
Birch Point Consulting,
BPC
Publication Date
Research study evaluating energy savings and cost effectiveness of installing low-emissivity (low-e) storm windows over existing windows in residential homes in all climate zones.
Reference

DOE Siding and Windows Retrofit: Insulating Concrete Block Walls, Phoenix AZ

Author(s)
Theresa Gilbride,
Kohta Ueno
Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL,
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Publication Date
Case study describing a wall and window retrofit of a 1940s home in Phoenix AZ that included adding 2 inches of rigid foam and new stucco siding and solar screens as part of a comprehensive retrofit of the concrete block home.
Case Study
Wrong – Window not protected and failed due to windborne debris in hurricane force winds.

Wrong – Window not protected and failed due to windborne debris in hurricane force winds.

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Right – This crawlspace window was completely sealed off on the inside and outside with air barrier and water-proof materials and the window well was filled in to an above-grade height to prevent bulk water from entering the crawlspace

Right – This crawlspace window was completely sealed off on the inside and outside with air barrier and water-proof materials and the window well was filled in to an above-grade height to prevent bulk water from entering the crawlspace

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HUD 2024 Housing Innovation Showcase Poster: Window Attachments Keep out the Heat

Author(s)
Katherine Cort,
Theresa Gilbride
Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Publication Date
Factsheet outlining how window attachments like cellular shades, roller shades, storm windows with low-emissivity coatings, and solar screens are low-cost steps that can be implemented to keep homes cool in the summer.
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