Apr 12, 2017 | Efficiency, Low Carbon Buildings
It is much harder to insulate a window than it is to insulate a wall. In the summertime, windows can also absorb and trap excess heat from the sun, leading to higher cooling loads. But people like to see outside (go figure!) so, as much as an HVAC designer might want...
May 21, 2015 | Efficiency
With thanks to Stephen Thwaites of Thermotech Fiberglass Fenestration. As discussed in our previous post, windows are one of the most important elements of a building envelope, but they tend to do a poor job of resisting the movement of heat and usually make up the...
Apr 21, 2015 | Efficiency
With thanks to Stephen Thwaites of Thermotech Fiberglass Fenestration. Windows are one of the most important elements of a building envelope. They provide views to the outdoors, and bring in sunlight while protecting the building interior from the elements....
