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STORM WINDOWS FOR OLDER BUILDINGS

Historically Appropriate Storm Windows & Doors

In many ways, storm windows are more satisfactory than insulated glass units to upgrade the thermal efficiency of old windows. Storm windows are less expensive, and aren't prone to the fogging that sooner or later plagues insulated glass units. However, the WRONG storm windows can have disastrous effects on the appearance of an old building. The look of raw aluminum is jarring and large expanses of flat glass can totally obscure the character imparted by historic muntins and small glass panes.

For the reasons cited above, the first decision to make is: Should storm windows be mounted inside or outside the prime sash. Then come decisions about wood vs. metal vs. plastic frames, types of glazing, mounting systems, etc. The list below, extracted from recent issues of PERIOD HOMES, provides a good cross-section of companies experienced in dealing with historic houses and commercial buildings. And they offer the full variety of storm windows and doors available today.

Adams Architectural Wood Products
Eldridge, IA
888-285-8120; 563-285-8003; Fax: 563-285-8003
http://www.adamsarch.com
Manufacturer of custom windows & doors with an emphasis on historic restoration projects: AWI premium-grade construction; wide variety of glazing & wood species; storm, screen & combination doors.

Allied Window, Inc.
Cincinnati, OH
800-445-5411; 513-559-1212; Fax: 513-559-1883
http://www.alliedwindow.com
Manufacturer of 'invisible' aluminum storm windows: interior & exterior; storm/screen combo, round top, curved/bent & custom shapes; mechanical, magnetic & sliding lift-out fastenings; storm windows mounted outside or inside primary window; acrylic, lexan, UV-resistant, standard, tempered & low-E glass, bowed & laminated glass & obscure-glass glazing.

Architectural Components, Inc.
Montague, MA
413-367-9441; Fax: 413-367-9461
www.architecturalcomponentsinc.com
Custom fabricator of wood windows & doors: traditional details, materials & joinery; paneled, carved, louvered, French, pocket & art-glass doors; casings & moldings, complete entryways & art-glass sidelites & doors; mahogany, pine & others as specified; reproduction & custom work; window replacement & replication; screen & storm doors.

Cityproof Windows
Long Island City, NY
718-786-1600; Fax: 718-786-2713
http://www.cityproof.com
Custom fabricator of interior window systems: aluminum, storm/screen combos, round top & custom shapes; mechanical fastenings; acrylic, lexan, UV-resistant, standard, low-E & tempered, laminated & etched glazing.

Coppa Woodworking
San Pedro, CA
310-548-4142; Fax: 310-548-6740
http://www.coppawoodworking.com
Manufacturer of screen & storm doors in 160 styles: odd sizes; arch-top doors & built-in dog doors; storm doors; steel & wood security doors; wood window & door screens; any color stain or paint; pine, Douglas fir, red oak, mahogany, cedar & redwood; benches & Adirondack furniture; restoration services.

Innerglass Window Systems
Simsbury, CT
800-743-6207; 860-651-3951; Fax: 860-651-4789
http://www.stormwindows.com
Manufacturer of custom glass interior storm windows for energy conservation & soundproofing: low-E glass, UV-blocking film & acrylic; magnetic- & compression-fit fastenings; easy do-it-yourself installation.

Mon-Ray, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN
800-544-3646, 61; Fax: 763-546-8977
http://www.monray.com
Manufacturer of metal storm windows: exterior & interior; existing operating & fixed openings; design & shape matching; for historical, residential & commercial jobs.

Thermo-Press Corp. (VA)
Richmond, VA
800-827-9147; 80; Fax: No Fax
http://www.thermopresscorp.com
Manufacturer of interior storm windows for historic properties & building renovations: full range of storm window types; attach with Velcro; inter-gasket seal.

Victoriana East
Merchantville, NJ
856-910-1887; Fax: 856-910-1884
http://www.victorianaeast.com
Manufacturer of Victorian wood elements: benches, custom lattice, porch parts & garage doors; screen & storm doors & screen/storm combinations; pine, oak, mahogany & cypress frames; aluminum & fiberglass screens; custom wood post-mounted mailboxes, mail slots, novelty mailboxes & posts; railings/balustrades & gate hardware.

Vintage Woodworks
Quinlan, TX
903-356-2158; Fax: 903-356-3023
http://www.vintagewoodworks.com
Supplier of Victorian millwork: western red cedar shingles, porch parts, turned posts, turned & sawn balusters, railings, brackets, gazebos, corbels, custom-length spandrels, mantels, wood storm & screen doors, columns & more; 192-page master reference catalog; 208-page porch-design book.

Wood Window Workshop
Utica, NY
800-724-3081; 315-724-3619; Fax: 315-733-0933
www.woodwindowworkshop.com
Custom manufacturer of wood windows & doors: any size, shape & species; traditional mortise-&-tenon joinery; interior, exterior & French doors; arched & bent units, moldings, casings, architectural millwork & wood screen & storm windows & doors; antique glass; historical reproduction.

Woodstone Co.
Westminster, VT
802-722-9217; Fax: 802-722-9528
http://www.woodstone.com
Manufacturer of custom wood windows & doors: coped mortise-&-tenon joinery; all shapes, sizes & configurations; wide array of wood species; screen doors & storm windows; historical & landmark specifications.