INSTALLATION OF WINDOWS The Learning Center 9. Will I lose some visible glass area when my new windows are installed? Typically, the answer is yes. There are two reasons for this. First, most windows that were installed when the home was built were made with minimum framing materials and lots of glass, in order to cut costs. That is one reason why their performance has deteriorated over time. Most modern replacements windows, which are structurally superior, have wider sashes and frames. Secondly, many replacement windows are installed inside the existing window opening after the old window sashes are removed. This is especially true of older wood windows. It is possible to replace the entire wood window, including both the frame and the sash. However, this is typically much more expensive, because it drastically increases the amount of interior and exterior finish work that needs to be performed. In general, old aluminum and steel frames are completely removed. When this is done, critical attention needs to be paid to the exterior finish or capping to ensure an aesthetically pleasing weather-resistant barrier. < back to list of questions about installation

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