http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/ CalFinder Remodeling / Home Improvement Blog Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:05:00 -0600 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 hourly 1 http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/comment-page-1/#comment-6410 How Much Do You Actually Save With Energy Efficient Windows? | Calfinder Remodeling Blog Mon, 05 Oct 2009 19:45:15 +0000 http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/#comment-6410 [...] windows. Furthermore, you’ll save $27-$111 if you upgrade from double-pane clear-glass (no Low-E coating) [...] [...] windows. Furthermore, you’ll save $27-$111 if you upgrade from double-pane clear-glass (no Low-E coating) [...]

]]> http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/comment-page-1/#comment-6277 What are the Most Energy Efficient Windows? | Calfinder Remodeling Blog Fri, 02 Oct 2009 17:53:46 +0000 http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/#comment-6277 [...] glass alone just doesn’t cut it. A low emissivity (low-e) coating should be applied to the glass to control heat transfer in either direction. Low-e coatings [...] [...] glass alone just doesn’t cut it. A low emissivity (low-e) coating should be applied to the glass to control heat transfer in either direction. Low-e coatings [...]

]]> http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/comment-page-1/#comment-5236 Star Wars Window Replacement | Calfinder Remodeling Blog Wed, 09 Sep 2009 19:23:11 +0000 http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/#comment-5236 [...] What type of window upgrade does the AFIGWRTF recommend? That’s right, geeks – Energy efficient Low E-4 windows, of course! The Ewoks already have a completely sustainable village, but energy bills are [...] [...] What type of window upgrade does the AFIGWRTF recommend? That’s right, geeks – Energy efficient Low E-4 windows, of course! The Ewoks already have a completely sustainable village, but energy bills are [...]

]]> http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/comment-page-1/#comment-3421 CalFinder Remodeling Blog » Stimulating the Window Industry Fri, 20 Mar 2009 20:37:59 +0000 http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/#comment-3421 [...] we all know what that means. Luckily, some people know (not me, until I did some homework) and have spelled it out for us. The U-factor is the amount of heat loss - or heat flow - that passes through the glass in a [...] [...] we all know what that means. Luckily, some people know (not me, until I did some homework) and have spelled it out for us. The U-factor is the amount of heat loss – or heat flow – that passes through the glass in a [...]

]]> http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/comment-page-1/#comment-3073 CalFinder Remodeling Blog » Green Windows and Earthen Floors Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:04:53 +0000 http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/#comment-3073 [...] contrasts the various types of windows based upon their “green” value. It rates each product by how sustainable and energy efficient it is, its pollution impact both in its creation and disposal, and how it ultimately impacts the [...] [...] contrasts the various types of windows based upon their “green” value. It rates each product by how sustainable and energy efficient it is, its pollution impact both in its creation and disposal, and how it ultimately impacts the [...]

]]> http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/comment-page-1/#comment-2152 How to Be Your Own Home Energy Auditor Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:19:26 +0000 http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/#comment-2152 [...] flow. You can often fix these problems with caulk or weatherstripping. However, if your doors and windows are old and noticeably inefficient, it may be best to upgrade to newer, more efficient [...] [...] flow. You can often fix these problems with caulk or weatherstripping. However, if your doors and windows are old and noticeably inefficient, it may be best to upgrade to newer, more efficient [...]

]]> http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/comment-page-1/#comment-1941 Going Solar in the Bedroom Wed, 11 Jun 2008 18:26:24 +0000 http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/#comment-1941 [...] and solar energy can be built right into it. If possible, design your new bedroom with large, efficient, south facing windows which will maximize heat gain during the cold months and minimize it during [...] [...] and solar energy can be built right into it. If possible, design your new bedroom with large, efficient, south facing windows which will maximize heat gain during the cold months and minimize it during [...]

]]> http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/comment-page-1/#comment-1913 10 Ways to Prep Your Home for Solar Mon, 09 Jun 2008 18:54:23 +0000 http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/#comment-1913 [...] your windows. Utilizing double or even triple glazed windows will have a serious impact on heat loss. Windows are notorious for damaging a home’s [...] [...] your windows. Utilizing double or even triple glazed windows will have a serious impact on heat loss. Windows are notorious for damaging a home’s [...]

]]> http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/comment-page-1/#comment-1833 Q&A: Any Suggestions for Adding an Outdoor Room? » Remodeling Blog Mon, 02 Jun 2008 18:01:56 +0000 http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/#comment-1833 [...] solar heat gain. With so many windows in one room, it can really heat up in the summer time. New, energy efficient windows can help fight heat gain and keep the room at a reasonable temperature. Also, if you can help it, [...] [...] solar heat gain. With so many windows in one room, it can really heat up in the summer time. New, energy efficient windows can help fight heat gain and keep the room at a reasonable temperature. Also, if you can help it, [...]

]]> http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/comment-page-1/#comment-1321 Green Wednesday: Eco-friendly Tips and Tricks » Remodeling Blog Wed, 16 Apr 2008 18:53:49 +0000 http://www.calfinder.com/blog/windows/window-glazing-and-energy-efficiency/#comment-1321 [...] Install energy efficient windows and doors. That Energy Star rating includes windows and doors, historically the weakest spots in the home for efficiency. If you’re remodeling, ask your contractor or supplier about window glazing. [...] [...] Install energy efficient windows and doors. That Energy Star rating includes windows and doors, historically the weakest spots in the home for efficiency. If you’re remodeling, ask your contractor or supplier about window glazing. [...]

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