Re-View has perfected the skill of installing storm windows on historic windows without compromising the original look of the system. Although the term storm windows and historic should not be spoken in the same breath, we often find projects where a storm window is a good application for preserving a historic look and upgrading the performance of the window system. The Re-View team has worked with several storm window manufacturers who are very sensitive to the historic requirements of a steel or wood window system and have developed high-quality products that minimize the sightlines of a typical storm window.

Re-View has installed storm windows on either the interior or the exterior of the window system. We have found it an excellent way to upgrade the energy performance and condensation control for steel windows. By installing an interior storm on a steel window system, Re-View can maintain the historic exterior without having to replace the units. Storm windows can provide the following benefits to a typical historic project:

Energy Savings
Energy loss through a typical window opening can be reduced by almost 50% by installing a storm window. Storm windows can be as energy-efficient as new windows, but at a fraction of the cost.

Comfort
Drafts and uneven heating or cooling problems can be virtually eliminated. Storms are an excellent solution for an office environment where energy efficiency is desired.

Condensation Condensation can be a serious problem for a structure especially with historic steel windows in a Northern climate. Storm windows can dramatically improve the window systems ability to control condensation. Sound In urban hotel or loft apartment applications where sound control is important, a storm window can dramatically improve the STC rating of the window system. Re-View can use different types of glass like laminated or insulated glass in the storm to achieve the desired STC.

Maintenance
An exterior storm window will improve the life of the finish and glazing putty of the window system. Exterior storm windows that are properly installed will also protect the sill of the window system, which is the part of a wood window that suffers the most abuse.

Protection
Re-View can install special glazing in the storm windows to provide security from vandals. Laminated glass can deter break ins in security conscious areas.