Project Info
Minnesota State Capitol
The original windows at the Minnesota State Capitol had been replaced 35 years ago with an aluminum replacement. Re-View removed the replacement window and restored the original wood frame that remained in the opening. We manufactured wood window sash to match one original window unit that remained onsite. The new sash were fabricated with Accoya wood since it is more durable than teak. We laminated recovered pine to the interior surfaces of the sash to match the original trim on the project. The sash had laminated Low E insulated glass so they were extremely heavy. We had to reinforce the original wood frames and install custom pulleys to manage the load that exceeded 250 pounds per sash in some cases. We contracted with an independent testing company to conduct air/water tests on the installations to assure quality control. Re-View also fabricated custom steel-framed ballistic windows for high security areas of the Capitol.