Low E Glass Block Windows

Product catalog summary

Introduction
Pittsburgh Corning's LightWise® Low E Energy Efficient vinyl windows are designed for residential applications, particularly bathrooms. These windows are recognized for their energy efficiency and meet the ENERGY STAR criteria specific to each climate zone.

Key Features and Benefits

Meet ENERGY STAR requirements, reducing heating and cooling bills while enhancing indoor comfort by protecting against cold, heat, drafts, moisture, pollution, and noise.
Improve indoor air quality and ensure consistent temperatures.
Require less energy, benefiting the environment.
Made from 100% American-made real glass block, which does not scratch, discolor, or yellow like acrylic block windows.
No special cleaning requirements.
Available in DECORA® and IceScapes® block patterns with custom vinyl frames in white or sandstone colors.
Silicone bonding provides an "all glass look" and beauty.
Easy installation similar to traditional windows, with factory-built units requiring no assembly.
Backed by a 10-year warranty.

Performance Specifications

Climate Zone U-Factor and SHGC (Solar Heat Gain Coefficient) values are specified for different zones:

Northern: U-Factor ≤ 0.30, SHGC Any Prescriptive
North-Central: U-Factor ≤ 0.32, SHGC ≤ 0.40
South-Central: U-Factor ≤ 0.35, SHGC ≤ 0.30
Southern: U-Factor ≤ 0.60, SHGC ≤ 0.27

Conclusion
LightWise® Low E Energy Efficient windows offer a combination of energy efficiency, durability, and aesthetic appeal, making them a suitable choice for enhancing residential spaces while contributing to environmental sustainability.

Catalog excerpts

LightWise ® LO W E EN ER G Y EFFICIENT VINYL WINDOWS Introducing LightWise® Low E Energy Efficient windows. The most energy efficient glass block windows on the market today. Pittsburgh Corning’s LightWise® Low E Energy Efficient vinyl windows: » Meet ENERGY STAR requirements » Provide light transmission, privacy control and security » Require virtually no maintenance or window treatments Features and Benefits » 100% American Made real glass block – will not scratch, discolor, or yellow like acrylic block windows As an ENERGY STAR Product, LightWise® Low E Energy Efficient windows: » No special cleaning requirements like acrylic block windows » Reduce heating and cooling bills » Make for more comfortable interiors— protecting against cold, heat, drafts, moisture, pollution and noise www.energystar.gov » Ensure consistent temperatures and improve indoor air quality » Require less energy, which is good for the environment » Custom vinyl frame in white or sandstone colors » Choice of block patterns – DECORA® and IceScapes® » Silicone bonding provides beauty and an “all glass look” » Install like traditional windows – place in opening and fasten along nailing fins » Factory built – no assembly required, for consistent quality » 10-Year Warranty Each Climate Zone has its own ENERGY STAR criteria. Windows U-Factor1 Equivalent Energy Performance Climate Zone Northern Fraction of incident solar radiation DECORA® Pattern Pittsburgh Corning’s LightWise® Low E Energy Efficient windows are the perfect fit for bathroom and other residential applications. IceScapes® Pattern

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Low E Glass Block Windows

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