Author: New York Landmarks Conservancy
Place: Washington
Publisher: New York Landmarks Conservancy
Year: 1992
Volume: and Historic Windows onc 8
Pages: 207
ISBN: 9780891331858
Source: Donated by BEAG
Subject: Bombay/ Mumbai
Sub-Subject: History
Keyword: Historic Window, Historical Integrity
Shelf: C6R1
Accession No: B135
Contents: Acknowledgment Introduction 1- Windows in American Architecture: A Historical Overview, 1620-1950 2- Evaluating Window Conditions and Problems 3- Maintaining, Repairing, and Retrofitting Windows 4- Replacing Windows 5- Rehabilitating Windows in Landmark Buildings Rehabilitation Standards and Guidelines Notes Glossary Information Sources Further Reading Index
Abstract: *Repairing Old and Historic Windows: A Manual for Architecture and Homeowners* offers a practical, New York–focused guide to understanding, maintaining, and restoring historic windows. Covering American window design from 1620 to 1950, it explains how to assess common problems and choose appropriate repair or retrofit strategies. The manual also discusses when window replacement is warranted and how to ensure historic integrity, particularly in landmark buildings. With clear rehabilitation standards and guidelines, it serves as a valuable resource for homeowners and architects seeking to preserve architectural heritage while meeting modern performance needs.