Res 2014-092/Standards and Guidelines for Sustainability

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A quick and inE Low - emissivity file your window ever; warmer climates tt the exterior of the radiation out. In should be place on pane. So heat is reflected back into the house. The film can be purchased at your local hardware store and has a I i f e s p a n of approximately io- 15 years. Low -E FILM STORM WINDOWS AND DOORS Storm windows can be installed either on the interior or exterior of the structure to increase the thermal performance of your window. The addition of a storm window to a single pane window will have an energy rating close to that of a double pane replacement unit. Storm windows avoid the irreplaceable seal failure on insulated glass units (IGUs). The typical life span of an IGU is approximately 25 years. Storm windows can also be purchased with a Low -E coating. Strom windows and doors should not be installed in locations where they damage or conceal significant features and should fit the opening. SHUTTERS Historic windows are recessed within the wall of the structure. This allows for either a shutter or a screen to sit within the frame of the window unit. When the shutter is closed it creates a flush condition that provides protection from storms and intruders. Exterior shutters, historically have been used to provide privacy and security while controlling light and air circulation. For this reason, all shutters shall be operational (hinged). The style of shutter is dependent upon the architectural style and not all styles can accommodate shutters. Styles that cannot accommodate shutters can accommodate wood screens and awnings on the exterior and blinds on the interior. A. LOUVERED B. BOARD AND BATTEN C. PANELED A. LOUVERED: Provide the most control for light and air circulation. They can be closed and locked, with the louvers open. This provides protection from rain and security while allowing light and air in. Louvered shutters are appropriate for all style of homes. B. BOARD AND BATTEN: Are vertical boards, usually beaded tongue and grove, fastened by horizontal battens. They provide security , but do not allow for the control of air circulation and light. They are appropriate for Arts and Crafts style structures, with or without a decorative cutout and Tudor style structures. They are NOT appropriate for Victorian style structure. C. PANELED: These shutters have panels and don't afford much control of air circulation or light infiltration. They are appropriate for Arts and Craft style structures, with a decorative cutout, and for ground floor commercial Victorian style structures, without a decorative cutout.