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Q: According to code, I need to provide egress through a window with a net-clear opening of 5.7 sq. ft. if I add a bedroom to my basement. What does…

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a wooden box sitting in the grass next to a window

While in the process of finishing our basement we decided to add an additional bedroom to the space. In order to consider this a bedroom we must first provide a secondary exit point for safety. By eliminating the sealed glass block we can do just that. The beginning. A simple basement glass block window with a simple window well to start with. New window was purchased to determine the size of the new opening. Always remember to account for new frame in addition to window size befor…

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a metal handle on the side of a window

Rectangular window well covers are made of powder coated steel, rust free aluminum, and/or UV treated polycarbonate for the best possible results.

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an open window in the ground next to a brick building with gravel and rocks around it

I couldn’t find any premade window wells that I liked, so I decided to create my own. A lot more work, but I think they turned out really well and thr lighting helps make them feel less creepy at night and also helps with visibility for them so no one falls into them.

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an open window on the side of a house with grass around it and a sign that says,

You can build an egress window well using the same materials that you would use to build a retaining wall; such as brown treated wood timbers, landscape block or natural stacked stone. There are also several styles of manufactured window wells made of galvanized steel or molded plastic as well. Check us out! http://egresswindowsminneapolis.com/

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an unfinished wall with the words how to choose and install a window well

Window wells are a great addition to allow sunlight and ventilation into an otherwise closed-off and dark space. Most basement windows are below grade, so window wells are installed to create a safe space between the window and ground. Most window wells include a drainage system or gravel to help the well stay dry. Standard sized wells come in many shapes, sizes, and materials. The most common materials for window wells are corrugated steel or plastic.How do you choose a window well size?…

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