[MassHistPres] MassHistPres Digest, Vol 26, Issue 15

[Marc Cleary]

Hi Jade,

Why don't they install temporary storm window panels and then phase the
window project.  They may be even able to use the storms after the windows
are restored.
I have worked with a few of these types of buildings and they seem to like
the idea of replacing the windows every 15-20 years or so with generally
aluminum windows.  It is a shame but is happening all over.

I think a similar instance in Waltham will be happening.  The old watch
factory here in Waltham.  I think there are around 1,000+ windows that are
over 100 years and still work great.  There was an aluminum prototype put in
a few months ago I am assuming this is the route they are choosing.

Regards, 
Marc Cleary
Cleary and Son, Inc.
Office 781-893-0723
Fax 781-894-5672
1-800-893-0728
marc at clearyandson.com
www.clearywindowrestoration.com

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Date: Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:34:28 -0400
From: "jade" <jade at crocker.com>
Subject: [MassHistPres] mill building windows
To: <masshistpres at cs.umb.edu>
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yesterday i met with the new owner of an old brick mill building in
holyoke...i was under the impression that i would be visiting the site in
order to submit an estimate proposal to restore the windows...it turns out
that the owner, though he has an architect, is looking for suggestions on
how to keep to an estimated budget of $100,000 to restore 52 (plus) window
sash sets...the sash are mostly 15 over 15 and 20 over 20 and
56"x120"...most are in poor condition requiring wood member and glass
replacement and i know his budget will not cover all the sash...he is being
realistic and will review the numbers to see what he can come up with...

in the mean time, he is asking for alternatives to restoration/replication
along the lines of closing up some of the openings,  perhaps installing
simple artistic features or some alternative to the original windows...as a
window restorer/preservationist, my inclination is to maintain the historic
fabric and character of the building...the alternative could be that he
removes all the wood sash and installs vinyl or aluminum replacements...

has anyone here been presented with a similar situation with an old brick
mill building?  are there any acceptable alternatives?  it's possible that a
temporary infill could be installed and in a year or two or more there will
be enough income generated that the window restoration project can  be
completed in full.....

i'd appreciate any feedback you can offer...thanks....

jade mortimer
heartwood building & restoration
hawley, ma
413-339-4298

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