The Alside 
                                Mezzo Series is part of the
                                Replacement Windows test program at
                                Consumer Reports.  In our lab tests, Double-Hung Windows
                                models like the Mezzo Series are rated on multiple criteria, such as those
                                listed below.
                            
                                                        
                                Wind resistance 0 degrees:
                                Wind resistance measures each window's ability to prevent drafts with 25 and 50 mph winds and an outdoor temperatures of 0ºF.
                            
                                                        
                                Wind resistance 70 degrees:
                                Wind resistance measures each window"s ability to keep out drafts with 25 and 50 mph winds an an outdoor temperatures of 70º F.
                            
                                                        
                                Rain resistance:
                                Rain resistance measures their ability to keep water out from heavy, wind-driven rain.