18 - Friday, October 27, 1989 - North Shore News CHOOSE LOW-E GLASS PANES Leaky windows account for heat loss ARE YOUR hard-earned dollars going up the chimney because your faulty windows are heating the great out- doors? Leaky windows lose valuable warmth in cold weather and can account for up to 25 per cent of the heat your home loses each year. Energy-efficient windows are a positive step towards reducing heat loss. Low-E (low emissivity) glass windows are rapidly becoming recognized as an effective way to keep the heat in. Low-E glass windows have panes that are treated with an in- visible heat-reflective coating. This coating reflects back most of the heat that radiates from home fur- nishings, people, pets or heating systems. On the other hand, ordinary glass absorbs heat and then Icses most of it to the outside. In addition to reducing heat loss, Low-E glass windows are warmer to the touch. Consequent- ly, condensation is less likely to form on the panes. An added bonus is that the Low-E coating filters out a large percentage of the ultra-violet rays that fade carpets, furniture and pes. Gas-filled windows are also highly energy efficient. They are CERAMIC TILE ANNIVERSARY SALE We thank all our customers .for the support over the last 3 years. To show our appreciation there will be.a sale. 20%, everything in the store. Hope fo see you in the month of November. Thank you all. Athena Tile. 128B East 44th St. 988-3160 Oa Sale: windows whose panes are separat- ed by a gas (such as argon) that does not conduct heat. For even greater insulating value, Low-E glass is used instead of ordinary glass. If your existing windows are in good condition, it may not be cost-effective to replace them with new ones. In this case, there are several steps you can take to im- prove their energy efficiency. Caulking * Caulk windows at all fixed joints. © Check the joint between the sash and the putty or glazing com- pound it contains. The sealant should be intact, holding the glass firmly in place. If not, remove the old putty or glazing compound and replace it with new material. eCaulk joints in the frame itself. Also caulk where stops, tracks or other fittings are set in the frame. Seal the joint between the window frame and the wall finish or stud frame. In some houses, this is best done by carefully removing the interior window trim, adding new insulation in the shim space around the window, installing a well-caulked air-vapor barrier and replacing the trim. Alternatively, the trim could be removed and the shim space filled with single- component polyurethane foam. © Fully caulk all windows not needed for ventilation or emergen- cy purposes. Keep in mind that a number of caulking materials are available. Seek advice on the one most ap- propriate to your task. Weatherstripping © Apply weatherstripping at all moveable window joints. © Choose a durable and flexible weatherstrip which is best for the type of window, and select a thickness that won't hinder the window’s mobility. Different types of windows require different weatherstripping materials and methods of installation. ® Consult your local building supply dealer. Glazing Increase your window’s in- sulating ability by adding another layer of glass or other glazing ma- terial to the inside or outside of the window. There are four materials com- monly used for glazing: * flexible plastic films such as polyethylene, polyester, mylar or vinyl, which are attached to the ex- isting window with staples, tape or batten, or are set on a light wooden frame. 30 % OFF ON All Fabrics & Blinds Order Now for Christmas deiivery. * Custom Design Furniture * Reupholstery * Draperies * Sheers * Blinds # Shades * Bedspreads * Boat Seats * FASHION INTERIORS 229 Lonsdale, N. Vancouver, B.C. 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