10-16-2008, 01:06 PM
Kani,
Please don't take my posts as argumentative. I like to solve challenging problems.
I checked out the victor window website. They offer 3 levels of quality for their awning windows. V-100,V-200 & V-300. Only the V-300 model has a thermal break integrated into the aluminum. This feature is offered to reduce condensation problems.
Condensation moisture only comes from inside of the house unless it is colder inside than outside; Warm moist air meets cold aluminum=condensation. If the moisture appears, as you say, even when it is not raining and the windows are closed, then the culprit sounds absolutely like condensation.
There could also be an issue with proper caulking of the window flange, which could allow rain infiltration, but according to the Victor window website, the caulking can be done after the window is installed.
Good Luck, Dan
P.S. Have you checked the relative humidity in the house? Have you tried running a dehumidifier for a few days? The reason I asked about your elevation is that higher elevations get colder at night which makes condensation more likely.
Please don't take my posts as argumentative. I like to solve challenging problems.
I checked out the victor window website. They offer 3 levels of quality for their awning windows. V-100,V-200 & V-300. Only the V-300 model has a thermal break integrated into the aluminum. This feature is offered to reduce condensation problems.
Condensation moisture only comes from inside of the house unless it is colder inside than outside; Warm moist air meets cold aluminum=condensation. If the moisture appears, as you say, even when it is not raining and the windows are closed, then the culprit sounds absolutely like condensation.
There could also be an issue with proper caulking of the window flange, which could allow rain infiltration, but according to the Victor window website, the caulking can be done after the window is installed.
Good Luck, Dan
P.S. Have you checked the relative humidity in the house? Have you tried running a dehumidifier for a few days? The reason I asked about your elevation is that higher elevations get colder at night which makes condensation more likely.