Cleaning Vinyl Windows

Confused about how to best clean your vinyl windows. Luckily, vinyl windows, long popular with homeowners because they are long-lasting, and also easy to maintain. These windows can be slid out of their frames and tilt for easy cleaning. Unfortunately, they are prone to scratches and can be easily damaged if you don't use the correct cleaning products. With proper care, however, the average homeowner can clean their vinyl windows safely using regular household cleaning products.

Here's how:

First, unlock the window and raise the bottom sash. Use the tilt latches on either side of the window to tilt the bottom sash towards you until it is flat.

Then mix a small amount of dish soap with water, and use a soft cloth to clean the windows in a circular motion until all dirt and debris has been removed.

That's it! It's easy to enjoy clean, bright windows without harming the glass surface.

For more tips on choosing and caring for your new or replacement windows, click here or visit any of The Window Man's three Northern Virginia locations.

Soft-Lite's Sliding Patio Doors

The Window Man is proud to offer Soft-Lite patio doors. These elegant sliding doors are durable, energy-efficient and maintenance-free. Soft-Lite thermo glide doors offer:

- Heavy-duty fiberglass protruded sills. These sills are durable enough to bear heavy foot traffic anywhere along the sill.

- Fusion-welded metal reinforced sash. These reinforced sashes provide structural integrity and eliminates drafts.

- Multi-chambered, hollow core, welded main frame. This frame provides superior strength.

- 7/8" insulated glass. For maximum efficiency we also offer optional low-E.

- Soft-Lite vinyl. Our highest quality PVC vinyl stands up to the weather, wherever you live--for a lifetime.

- Warm edge spacer technology.


- Interlocking panels. These panels prevent separation when your patio door is closed.


- Easy rolling extruded aluminum screens.


- Easily fit into construction or replacement projects.


- Patio doors come in white, beige or brown and also come with colonial grids.

Stop by any of our three Northern Virginia show rooms to see Soft-Lite's full line of windows and doors--including our thermo glide patio doors.
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Sugarcreek Decorator Series Storm Doors

The Window Man is proud to carry Sugarcreek decorator series storm doors at all three of our Northern Virginia showrooms.

From its humble beginning in 1940, when founder Harry Sugar borrowed three hundred dollars and began producing storm windows, through nearly six decades of transition and growth, Sugarcreek Industries has maintained its original commitment to product excellence and innovation.

Contributing to the company's longevity are the foundational values of its Swiss-Amish community, deeply rooted in a rich tradition of craftsmanship, service and a strong work ethic.

Today, Sugarcreek Industries continues a tradition of good people producing good products.

Stop by one of The Window Man's showrooms to see our full like of Sugarcreek windows and doors.

Steel Windows?

As you search for the perfect window for your commercial or residential property you're going to run across a variety of different window materials. You may wonder which material is best for you.

Popular window materials include vinyl, clad wood, wood, composites, aluminum, steel, and fiberglass. There are pros and cons associated with each.

Take steel, for example: steel is strong, has narrow side lines, has a wide variety of colors to choose form and is quite durable. On the other hand, steel feels cold, has a commercial look and is expensive.

To find out which window material is perfect for your new or replacement windows, please stop by one of The Window Man's three area showrooms.

What is a fiberglass composite product?

As you browse through The Window Man's many window products you may find yourself wondering what fiberglass composite is...

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 materials, rods, structural shapes, beams, channels, pipe, and tubing.

The manufacturing process works like this: 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 the orientation of fiberglass rovings and mats parallel and perpendicular to the length of the material being drawn through the die.

(What does thermoset mean: 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.)

To preview fiberglass composite windows and doors stop by one of The Window Man's three Northern Virginia showrooms.

DeVac 600 Series Dual Frame Thermo-Barrier

Here at The Window Man we carry many models of new and replacement windows, including DEVAC's high performance series.

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.

For New Construction or Renovation

Exclusive dual-pane/dual-barrier design* provides the highest STC (Sound Transmission Class) available in fully operating windows. STC's from 37 to 56 are obtainable in standard DeVAC window products glazed with common monolithic glass.

Devac's Thermo-Barrier™ frame and wide, trapped air space glazing system are key elements to the 600 Series' outstanding acoustic performance...performance not obtainable with laminated or sealed insulating glass.

Sound transmission loss tests consistenly show the DeVAC Acoustic Window system provides better STC ratings than the same thicknesses in other systems. There is no significant acoustic benefit from laminated glass in DeVAC Acoustic Windows, which means an economical installation that is not in conflict with life safety requirements. (Research tests also show a loss of acoustic performance when laminated glass is subjected to cool weather.)

With DeVAC, windows are not an acoustic "weak link" in exterior walls. In fact, selecting from many DeVAC product and glazing combinations to acoustically match the values of window and wall is the best way to assure that needed performance is provided without uneconomical over-specifying. Devac acoustic windows offer attractive, cost-effective sound control for new developments saturated by aircraft or freeway noise. The ease of maintenance, cleaning and operation, coupled with adaptable designs and accessories, also make DeVAC Acoustical Windows a top choice for retrofit at sites experiencing increasing disruption from outside noises intruding on the interior environment.

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For more information on the DEVAC 600 or to inquire about other lines of door and windows, stop by one of The Window Man's three Northern VA showrooms today. We'd be happy to help you!

19th Anniversary Sale

Here at The Window Man we're celebrating our 29th anniversary sale. Stop by one of our three showrooms to enjoy special discounts, a savings pledge of 35% off your home fueling costs depending on the type of window you choose, our huge selection line, and financing plans.

There's never been a better time to replace your old, inefficient windows.

Soft-Lite Elements Exclusive Northern Virginia Dealer

The Window Man offers an extensive line of Soft-Lite replacement windows and accessories to fit any home. The Window Man even has specific products built for the Washington, D.C. region and climate. All Soft-Lite products are built to last and are backed by an on-going commitment to the people who buy them, including a lifetime warranty from Soft-Lite. Quality and commitment to excellence have been the cornerstones of Soft-Lite's success and The Window Man is pleased to offer these innovative products. For more information, click here.