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Historic wood windows were made from old growth wood having many growth rings per inch making the wood more stable and durable compared to fast growth wood used in today's windows. Unlike modern windows, Historic wood windows were made to be repaired. With restoration and routine maintenance, restored windows can easily last another 100 years. Typical life of modern replacement windows is 10 to 30 years.

The best way to protect your investment is to repair/restore your antique windows and make them energy efficient.
Old window fact: Period and historic wood windows in combination with quality weather stripping and proper fitting storm windows are as energy efficient as modern double pane windows.


Restore or Replace; If you are considering replacement of your vintage or antique wooden windows, consider this: Replacement windows seldom compare aesthetically or for cost/value to original windows. Your old windows properly restored will generally far outlast most replacements. The reason; old growth lumber is much more durable then the new growth lumber from which modern windows are constructed. There is value in maintaining windows that are original to the building. 

Do It Yourselfers, Restoration specialists;
If you want to deglaze sash much faster and safer than ever before, check out the Portable Steam Stripper as demonstrated at the NH Old House & Barn Expo

If you have a large number of windows to deglaze check out the companion steam cabinet.
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