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Basement Windows are specially designed for installation in masonry foundation walls. Although they are, generally speaking, relatively small in size compared to most of the vast array of windows available, it is important to select Basement Windows that meet the egress standards of local codes when the windows will be installed in a finished basement. According to the International Residential Code, an egress window must be at least 24 in. wide and 20 in. high with a net clear opening of at least 5.7 sq. ft. to allow occupants to escape in an emergency or to allow a fully outfitted firefighter to enter from the outside.
Manufacturers listed on ebuild offering basement windows include:
Search for basement windows on ebuild by drilling down to the categories:
Within either category, find the search attribute Window Format and select the value Basement Windows.
Use the ebuild Specifier to narrow your choices by selecting values for the following key attributes:
Venting Configuration indicates if the desired unit is to have venting capabilities or is to be stationary - i.e. non-operating.
Nominal Height refers to the measurement across the longest side of the unit (from top to bottom), expressed in inches, and rounded to the nearest full inch.
Nominal Width refers to the measurement across the shortest side of the unit (left to right), expressed in inches and rounded to the nearest full inch.
Jamb Depth refers to the measurement of the width of the frame of the unit from the inside edge to the outside edge, expressed in inches.