Part of the Green Picture by Joe Yursik

    Environmental responsibility, sustainability and energy efficiency encompass the basic components of the green picture when discussing your window and door product options. Major manufacturers lead the industry in incorporating these key criteria for the builder and his client.

    National brand windows and patio doors are currently manufactured to be both durable and energy efficient. Exceptional warranties are currently offered for quality wood windows and patio doors. A twenty year warrantee, Energy Star qualifications and efficient glazing systems insure high quality and enduring performance. Energy Star qualifying product exceeds the minimum energy criteria for specific climate regions. Some manufacturers exceed the current requirements by as much as 40%. Product design flexibility allows for maximized natural day lighting and ventilation options, creating interiors that are healthier and more efficient. Optimized glass options, Energy Star ratings and the use of certified sustainable wood components enable wood windows and patio doors to be key factors integrated into your green building project.

    Interior door options that are currently available also have a role in the green picture. The use of SCS certified (Scientific Certification Systems certify product for their use of recycled content) recycled wood fiber used in the construction of molded




interior door facings or “skins” assures the support of sustainable construction. Using select manufacturers molded interior doors can also help a project achieve third party project certification (ie: LEEDS for residential new construction).

Exterior entry doors which support sustainable construction can also be chosen, whether they are wood, fiberglass or steel. The use of certified lumber in wood doors and the life expectancies of fiberglass and steel, coupled with Energy Star ratings, assure compliance to sustainability as well as longevity and performance for your entry doors.

    The Ridgefield Supply Company, partnering with key suppliers and manufacturers, maintains a strong and informed position at the front edge of the sustainable, green building initiative. Allow us to apply our expertise to your upcoming project.