Though they are often overlooked and removed without a second thought, window labels actually provide homeowners with a variety of important information. The window specialists at NuVue Products have over six decades of experience as window replacement and installation experts in the Cincinnati area. There are typically eight parts to a window label, and NuVue Products is here to share some insights into the meaning of each of these parts:

• The U-Factor: This measurement tells how efficiently your window prevents heat from escaping. The number should be in the range of .27 to .35, but a lower number is ideal.
• Solar Heat Gain Coefficient: If you're wondering how well your window protects you from the sun's heat, this number will give you an idea. As with the U-Factor, look for a lower number.
• Visible Transmittance: Also displayed between a range of zero to one, this reading will tell you just how much light will shine through your windows. NuVue Products will help you find the perfect new windows to suit the requirements of your home and your personal tastes.
• Air Leakage: Although this rating is optional for manufacturers, it can gauge just how much heat loss you can expect through air leakage. You want to see a low number in this field.
• Condensation Resistance: Look for a higher number between zero and 100. This will tell you how successfully your new windows or window replacement can withstand condensation forming on the inside of the unit.
• At The Bottom: The bottom of a window label will tell if the window meets the Energy Commission's Air Filtration Standards. Below that will be information about the Window & Door Manufacturers Association and a notification if the window meets the criteria of their Hallmark Certification Program. This program is an industry-recognized verification of extraordinary design and craftsmanship.

When you're in the market for new windows or window replacement, call NuVue Products at (513) 631-1801, and visit them online to learn more about their products and services. By reading a window label, you can gather some much-needed information on the capabilities of your windows and what you can expect from them in the long run.