Q: I need to install replacement windows, and I like the appearance of wooden windows. Is wood an efficient window-frame material? What style is best for efficiency and requires the least amount of ...

To test the quality of window replacements, CR test engineers seal one side and rig a specially made device that simulates wind. By Tobie Stanger The best replacement windows keep out noise and the ...

CR's wind- and rain-resistance tests reveal top performers from American Craftsman, Andersen, Jeld-Wen, Marvin, Pella, ...

Q I need to install replacement windows and I like the appearance of wood windows. Is wood an efficient window frame material? Which style is best for efficiency and the least amount of regular ...

Some window types go hand-in-hand with certain architectural styles—Victorian houses have stained glass windows, for example, while Craftsman and Colonial homes often feature dormer windows. But no ...

Figure A will help you to understand the parts of a window. Measure very carefully before you place an order, no matter what type you install. There’s nothing worse than discovering that your ...

One architectural feature that has always fascinated me is the ‘window’ in its multiple types and forms. Windows allow us to open out and connect to the world outside, bring in natural light and ...

Installing replacement windows can make your home quieter and less drafty, and you might even save on heating and cooling bills. That’s particularly true if you’re replacing leaky old single-pane ...

Replacing your old windows with new ones could make your home quieter, let in more light, keep out cold drafts, and cut your utility bill. But the most expensive replacement windows don’t necessarily ...