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4.27 Use materials that appear similar to the original when
replacing a window.
a. When possible, use the same material as the original,
especially on key historic walls. However, a substitute
material may be considered if the appearance of the
window components will match those of the original in
dimension, profile and finish.
b. Convey the visual appearance of historic glazing with new
glazing.
c. Clear glazing and transparent low-e type glass are
appropriate.
d. Metallic and reflective finishes are inappropriate.
e. Do not use vinyl and unfinished metals for a replacement
window material.
Match, as closely as possible,
the profile of the sash and its
4.28 Match, as closely as possible, the profile of the sash
components to that of the original
and its components to that of the original window.
window. The replacement window
a. A historic wood window usually has a complex profile.
above is inappropriate in its use of
Within the window’s casing, the sash steps back to the
material and profile.
plane of the glazing (glass) in several increments. These
are important details that help distinguish the actual
window from the surrounding plane of the wall.

4.29 If a window screen is incorporated, select one that is
visually compatible with the period and style of the
building and does not obscure the original window.
a. Select a metal window screen that has an appearance
similar to painted wood (not unfinished metal.)

Acceptable Window Materials
Materials that are the same as the original, or that appear similar
in texture, profile and finish to the original are acceptable. These
often include:
• Wood sash
• Steel, if original to the structure
• Windows approved by the National Park Service Materials that are the same as the
original, or that appear similar in
Unacceptable Window Materials texture, profile and finish to the
Materials that do not appear similar to the original window original are acceptable.
materials in texture, profile and finish are unacceptable. These
often include:
• Vinyl
• Mill-finished aluminum
• Interior snap-in muntins

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