H-Window

The Window Man is pleased to be the Metro area's exclusive H-window dealer. To take a look at these superior windows, stop by one of our three showrooms today.

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EXTRUDED ALUMINUM EXTERIOR

* Maintenance free
* Available in 4 standard powder coat colors (White, brown, tan & green) anodized finishes or custom colors
* Structurally stronger than cladding

WOOD INTERIOR

* Excellent thermal performance
* Warms the interior environment and compliments interior finishes
* Available unfinished for field finishing, primed white for painting or with a factory applied finish to minimize damage during new construction or lessen disruption of occupants during remodeling

INSULATED GLASS

* Only two surfaces to wash
* Low E squared film adds thermal performance and cuts out 75% of the ultra violet rays
* Argon filled to improve thermal performance
* Available with warm edge Intercept spacer technology

HORIZONTAL HINGE SYSTEM

* The heart of the window is the Spilka hinge. It determines how long a window will last. The Spilka Window hinge carries a 10 year guaranty
* Carrying the weight at the center balance point allows the window to fully reverse for washing without interfering with window treatments
* The projected operation allows for ventilation in rainy weather and provides a softer ventilation
* The hinge allows the window to seal on a flat plane and is the reason for it's air tightness

PUSH-BAR OPERATING HARDWARE

* Easy one motion operation
* Meets the American Disabilities Act requiring a 5 pound operating force
* Has multiple ventilating positions, incorporates a full width locking rod for tight sealing and allows the window tho have the industries highest security rating against forced entry
* Meets all fire egress codes without a special type of hardware or special operation knowledge

SCREEN

* Extruded aluminum frame with staked corner keys for strength
* Cam operators for easy screen removal
* Aluminum or fiberglas mesh screen cloth. Requires no special tools to replace the screen

CUSTOM BUILT

* Each window is built to exact customer specifications
* Custom sills are available if required
* Jamb extensions and interior trim are available
* The sash can be configured to meet the project needs. Often we can use large sash making the rooms feel more open
* Exterior extruded aluminum panning system provides a maintenance free exterior in replacement applications

REMOVABLE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR GRILLS

* Exterior grills are heavy weight extruded aluminum with a snap mount for easy removal or tamper proof mounted for security
* Interior wood grills are molded pine or oak with metal pin mounting
* Between the glass grills are an option for a complete simulated divided lite appearance

* Air infiltration : .1 CFM
* Water penetration: 10 PSF
* Structural Performance: 85 PSF
* Industry rating: P-AW 50
* Sound attenuation STC 28-46 based on the type of glass used.
* Ask for copies of random field test reports, not lab test reports. The field test shows how the windows performed after they were finished

SERVICEABILITY

* Pressure glazing system allows the glass to be replaced without requiring special tools
* Weather-stripping is curf mounted and removable, allowing you to recondition the windows or remove weather-strip when the window is being finished
* All operating hardware parts are designed to be easily replaced should the need arise

COMPANY SUPPORT

* On site assistance for the contractor when the first windows are being installed
* An owner operation manual that gives written instructions for operation and washing of the windows, maintenance instructions, parts list, glass sizes and copy of our ten year warranty

Composite Windows

Thinking about new or replacement windows for your Virginia, Maryland or DC home? There are so many materials to choose from now that it can be confusing as to which is best for your home. Wood, clad wood, aluminum, and vinyl are all popular choices.

Another option is composite.

Composite windows combine diffferent strengths together, come in a wide variety of colors choices, are low maintenance and very durable. Some of the drawbacks include the high price and the fact that there are a limited number of manufacturers.

Stop by one of The Window Man's three showrooms to find out which window material is right for your home.

What Do You Want From Your Windows?

Before you replace or restore your home's windows, its a good idea to think about what your priorities are. Different windows will have different benefits, so thinking carefully about which features are most important to you will help you and your Window Man consultant find the perfect choice for your home and family's needs.

Rank these features in order or importance to you before coming to one of our three showrooms to discuss your window options:

• Function
• Comfort
• Energy Savings
• Looks
  
• Low Maintenance

Windows For Noise Pollution

Let’s face it: life is saturated with sound. Some of those sounds, like a backyard creek or chirping birds, can be restful and welcome. But other sounds like roaring traffic, a neighbor’s too-loud party and nearby construction can be irritating and stressful. This unwanted sound—or noise—can interrupt your sleep, your conversations or your leisure time. Excessive noise can even affect your hearing and your mental well-being.

The only way to limit our exposure to this onslaught of noise while we’re in our homes is to install high quality windows designed to reduce noise pollusion as much as possible.

- There are some basic principles about windows & noise reduction:

- The thicker the glass the less noise can get through.

- More sound gets through the larger the glass area, but not enough to make a big difference in architectural glass windows.

- Laminated glass is particularly useful in reducing noise.

- Dual glazing less than an inch in overall thickness doesn’t really reduce sound that well.

- If you really want to use dual glazed units, maximize their noise canceling ability by coupling two lites of glass of different thickness, or make sure one is laminated.

A window’s effectiveness at blocking sound is determined by its STC or sound transmission class so when you’re looking for replacement windows it’s a good idea to pay attention to that number

Mon-ray, one of the replacement window brands The Window Man features, specializes in s acoustical replacement windows, acoustical storm windows, and acoustical storm doors and its window systems are tailored to maximize STC ratings. For example, a Mon-Ray model 504 double hung aluminum storm window glazed with a single pane of 1/8” thick glass has an STC rating of 29.

Different Mon-ray products can be combined to fit your specific needs. Contact The Window Man today to discuss which Mon-ray configuration is the best fit.