[MassHistPres] Fwd: Advice on windows??

[Garrett Laws]

Geo1shaw,

Although interior storms are easier to install, it's my belief that
it's easier (for the average person) to maintain the original window
from the inside. So I would recommend an exterior storm, addressing
any current issues prior to installation.

Garrett laws
Copper & Slate

On Saturday, March 19, 2011,  <geo1shaw at mindspring.com> wrote:
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> sorry all I forgot to include the link in my previous reply
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> http://www.oldhouseweb.com/suppliers/windows/interior-storm-windows/
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> From: mfenollosa
> Sent: Mar 18, 2011 4:29 PM
> To: masshistpres at cs.umb.edu
> Cc: carl at oldenarch.com
> Subject: [MassHistPres] Fwd: Advice on windows??
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>  Hi, I received this request from a member of our HDC.  Can any of you provide any advice?  I can send a couple photos if that will help.
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> Marilyn Fenollosa
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> At an historic barn renovation project that we’re doing, we have a couple of square windows with different colors of glass that we’d like to retain (actually relocate slightly), but as the Owner and current codes require that they be made more insulating that they are now, I’m trying to figure out the best way to do that.  I was wondering if you have any recommendations or could point me in the direction of information.
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> Each unit is essentially a simple sash about 20 inches square, installed in a diamond orientation (rotated 45 degrees) in a simple wooden frame.  The frames are not really worth saving, and the sashes need some restorative work and some of the glass replaced.  Ideally, the exterior appearance would end up being the same as it is now (no additional lights of glass in front of the unit), so I was thinking of installing it more or less as it was originally, with an added light of insulating glass on the inside for insulation.  But I think I’d need some sort of ventilation between the historic sash and the new insulating glass.  Anyway, I was thinking that rather than trying to invent something, maybe you or someone has solved this problem before.  Any suggestions??
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Cheers,
Garrett

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