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Window Installation Begins

11/22/2014

 
It's always very exciting to see windows installed. It means the project is progressing and the building will soon be weatherized. Our choice of window - Paradigm (Portland, Maine) triple glazed R5.3 new construction vinyl windows on the east, west and north, and R4.0 double paned windows and R4.2 triple glazed sliding patio door on the south.  A 2 over 2 traditional-look grid pattern was selected for the exterior applied grids on the triple units, with no grids on the south windows. Since the house is acclimated to true south and is passive solar, the larger, grid-free windows will welcome the winter sun. During the summer months, when the sun is higher in the sky, the rear porch will provide ample shading for the sliding glass door and gliding window in the LR. Custom awnings will be made by Kevin and installed after the house is sided for the "un-porched" south facing windows. Many thanks to Josh for coming from Burlington early this morning to assist.
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First window to be installed - definitely random.
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Triple glazed windows are smaller for a reason - - prevailing west wind.
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Double casement under the carport
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Proper window installation begins with a drainage plane and waterproofing.
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Double casement over the sink in the kitchen.
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4 triple glazed casements mulled together; centers fixed, venting outer windows open east and west.
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This unit adds to the cottage "look".
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5-foot awning window in the south
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Our choice for a drainage plane is a 2" rip of Zipwall under primed cedar, wrapped in Zip tape.
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6-0x5-0 double casement in the master BR

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