Preservation Brief 13, The Repair and Thermal Upgrading of Historic Steel Windows
Author(s): Sharon C. Park
Year: 2004
Summary
This is number thirteen of 42 preservation briefs prepared by the Technical Preservation Services of the National Park Service. This brief focuses on the repair and thermal upgrading of historic steel windows.
The National Park Service recommends the retention of significant historic metal windows whenever possible. Such windows, which can be a character-defining feature of a historic building, are too often replaced with inappropriate units that impair rather than complement the overall historic appearance. The repair and thermal upgrading of historic steel windows is more practicable than most people realize. Repaired and properly maintained metal windows have greatly extended service lives. They can be made energy efficient while maintaining their contribution to the historic character of the building.
Cite this Record
Preservation Brief 13, The Repair and Thermal Upgrading of Historic Steel Windows. Sharon C. Park. 2004 ( tDAR id: 436325) ; doi:10.48512/XCV8436325
Keywords
Culture
Historic
Investigation Types
Architectural Documentation
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Heritage Management
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Methodology, Theory, or Synthesis
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Site Stabilization
General
Conservation
Individual & Institutional Roles
Contact(s): Cultural Resource Office, Joint Base San Antonio
Contributor(s): Michael Auer
Repository(s): Fort Sam Houston
Prepared By(s): Technical Preservation Services, Heritage Preservation Services Program, National Park Service
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