DeVac 600 Series Windows: Dual Frame Thermo-Barrier

The DEVAC 600 Series high performance dual frame Thermo-Barrier aluminum windows have a wide airspace between interior and exterior glass panes to conserve energy and reduce outside noise penetration. The unique, non-structural DEVAC Thermo-Barrier provides the key to effective performance by meeting essential design criteria:

* Insulates interior frame and sash from costly thermal transfer and improves condensation resistance.
* Effectively seals against air and water leakage through barrier into wall structures.
* Allows freedom of expansion and contraction while keeping structural integrity between interlocking parts.
* Interlocks aluminum frame members so that forces generated by thermal movement and structural load will utilize the barrier material for it's greater compressive strength. A design principle proven by 30 years of service with no failure.
* Custom sized to 1/32 of an inch. Available as double-hung, horizontal slider, removable panel and fixed panel. Historical designs and special shapes are offered.

What is a fiberglass composite product?

Pultrusion is the process used to produce continuous lengths of strong, fiberglass composite products having a constant cross section. Products manufactured using this technology include window framing material , rods, structural shapes, beams, channels, pipe, tubing etc.

The manufacturing process works as follows: Continuous strands of fiberglass rovings and fiberglass mats are impregnated with resin, then drawn through a steel die which sets the shape of the stock. A portion of the die is heated to initiate the cure. The end product is a Thermoset Fiberglass Composite. Very high strengths are possible due to high glass concentration and orientation of fiberglass rovings and mats parallel and perpendicular to the length of the material being drawn through the die.

Thermoset - Heat is generally used to cause a chemical reaction which sets the shape of the part permanently. Once the materials are cured they cannot be reformed: the process is irreversible.

Stop by The Window Man showroom--we've got 3 Northern VA locations--to find out more about which type of window is right for your home!

How Much Will New Windows Cost?

Think you need new windows for your Metro DC home but aren't sure you can afford it? Luckily, the Window Man offers free estimates! Stop by one of our three Northern Virginia showrooms or fill out one of our Free Estimates forms. We carry all the top line windows and doors and can help you select the perfect model for your home within your budget.

We'll Give You $500

If you find a more energy efficient window than the New Elements Window by Soft-Lite as tested by NFRC and AAMA Gold Label Standards....

Yes! We're that confident that this window is THE most energy efficient window for homeowners in the DC Metro area.

The New Elements window is

NFRC .16 U-value with Ultimate Glass

And

AAMA Tested

Air: .01 cfm at 25 mph
Water: LC 60 59 mph at 8" rain per hour
Design Pressure )DP70): 203 mph wind load

Controlling Condensation & Humidity

Many homeowners who visit The Window Man worry about excess humidity and even condensation--particular problems in the DC metro area. Excess humidity can damage wallpaper and furnishings and even increase the risk of unhealthy molds developing in your home’s interior. Take the following simple steps to decrease the humidity in your home.

1. The first step to controlling condensation and humidity is to replace your old windows with newer windows that have insulated glass.

2. Next, make sure that the louvers in your attic or basement crawlspaces are open and that they are large enough to provide proper circulation.

3. Third, run any ventilating fans that you have in your home for much longer than you usually do. (Kitchen fans in particular should run for longer than you think!)

4. Fourth, turn off the furnace humidifier and or any other humidifier you have in your home. (This seems like a no-brainer, but you’d be surprised how many people overlook this simple step.)

5. Fifth, make sure your fireplace damper is open so moisture can easily escape.

6. Sixth, consider buying a dehumidifier. If you don't have a dehumidifier and don’t wat to purchase one, try to air out the home for a few minutes every day if feasible.

If you'd like to talk to a representative from The Window Man about which windows and doors are best for moisture and condensation-prone homes, stop by one of our three Northern Virginia showrooms today.

Choosing Energy Efficient Windows

Choosing an energy efficient window for your home or office is easy with The Window Man. Currently, all our windows are certified by the National Fenestration Rating Council. (NFRC created a national rating system for energy performance of fenestration products, including windows, doors, skylights, and similar products.) But we're also a partner in the Department of Energy's Energy Star Program; as such, many of our windows & doors carry the Energy Star label. Visit our Northern Virginia showroom to learn which windows or doors can best help you conserve fossil fuels and save money: there's no need to lose valuable heat in winter or cold air in summer due to inefficient windows or doors ever again!

Soft-Lite Elements

The Window Man is Soft-Lite Elements’ exclusive dealer in Northern Virginia. As such, we offer the entire line of Soft-Lite replacement windows and accessories as well as products built specifically for the Metro DC climate. For more information about Soft-Lite click here or visit one of our three Northern Virginia showrooms in Chantilly, Alexandria, and Fairfax.