Worried About Noise? Consider Mon-Ray

Mon-Ray custom fit secondary glazing windows and Mon-Ray custom fit classic series storm door may be an answer for you!


The unique design and applications of Mon-Ray windows far exceeds the performance standards of other storm windows. Rising energy costs and the growing problems of outside noise infiltration have made it necessary to consider upgrading existing window units. Mon-Ray provides an additional insulating blanket of air space and dramatically reduces costly air leakage. Mon-Ray secondary glazing windows can be adapted to any existing window opening.

Mon-Ray Classic Series storm doors are the result of over forty years of research, design and production. Pound for pound, no other storm door can compare to its overall strength, energy-efficiency and attractive, trim-line appearance.

The exceptionaly strong tubular frame and Z-bar are made of tough T6 aluminum. This additional heat tempering gives the aluminum a special retention memory. When twisted it will return to its original, straight-line shape. Because of the superior strength of T6 tempering, the aluminum extrusions in the Classic door are not as thick and bulky as those in other doors. The result is a more attractive, trim-line appearance with more area for viewing and ventilating.

Each of the corners are neatly joined together with a solid aluminum gusset that is over 1/4" thick. The corner gussets are securely anchored to the frame with four stainless steel screws to prevent twisting and separating. The sturdy, tubular, aluminum frame section will not easily bend, dent or sag.

To find out more about Mon-Ray products or to discuss noise filtration with one of The Window Man's consultants, stop by any of our three Northern Virginia showrooms today.

H-Windows At Northern Virginia's The Window Man

The Window Man is proud to be the exclusive dealer in the DC Metro area for this remarkable window.

WHY SELECT H-WINDOW FOR YOUR PROJECT?

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

For more information, please visit one of The Window Man's three Northern Virginia showrooms.

Window Condensation?

Window condensation can be a problem for many area homeowners. Here are The Window Man's six steps to controlling condensation and excess humidity:

1. Replace old worn out windows with insulated glass. This will better insulate your windows from the outside air. This won't prevent excess humidity in the air—but it will make looking out your windows easier.

2. Be sure that louvers in the attic or basement crawl spaces are open and that they are large enough.

3. Run your kitchen or other ventilating fans longer and more often than you have in the past.

4. Shut off your furnace humidifier and any other humidifying devices in your home.

5. Open your fireplace damper to allow moisture to escape easier.

6. A dehumidifier can help reduce interior condensation. If you don't have a dehumidifier, air out your house for a few minutes each day.

If these common remedies don't work, the condensation problem should be looked at by a qualified heating contractor. He may suggest an outside air intake for your furnace or installation of venting fans. These inexpensive options will be less costly than a major painting job or plaster work caused by excess water vapor.

For more information about how to control excess humidity and therefore window condensation stop by one of The Window Man's three Northern Virginia showrooms today!

What Is Heat Mirror?

In an effort to educate consumers, The Window Man is happy to provide information about new and replacement windows.

The choice of the right glazing is one of the most important and far-reaching decisions that an architect or building owner will make. This decision impacts the overall design, human comfort, energy efficiency, mechanical HVAC design and loads, day lighting, condensation control, ultraviolet fading and sound control. In the design of any building (whether it be residential, commercial or industrial) one must look at and take into consideration the six principal glazing design challenges.

These are:

* Winter Comfort and Heating Load
* Summer Comfort Cooling Load
* Natural Day lighting
* Appearance and Reflectivity
* Ultraviolet Fading Control
* Condensation Control

The Heat Mirror™ family of wavelength-selective products offer the solution to all glazing design challenges such as climate, elevation and application. These solutions provide unparalleled flexibility to "tune" a building to meet these needs. As more and more architects, builders and homeowners adopt Southwall's technology buildings will move from part of the environmental problem to part of its solution.

For more information about heat mirror, please visit The Window Man or stop by one of our three Northern Virginia showrooms today.