Feel a Draft? 7 Common Causes of Drafty Windows
You keep your home at a comfortable temperature with your heating system. But when you walk past certain windows, you feel a distinct chill. This pocket of cold air is likely a draft coming from a specific window. Drafts usually occur due to a problem with a window’s weatherstripping or seal. This defect can appear…
Worried About Shattering French Doors? How to Protect Them
As a homeowner, you may have opted to install French doors because you admired their elegance. You might also thought of the light and Old World charm they’d add to your home’s interior. Hopefully, after you install the doors, you couldn’t be more pleased with how they look. That being said, you realize that looks…
3 Dos and Don’ts for Decorating Your Windows
The last few months of the year include one holiday after another. From Halloween to Thanksgiving to Christmas, Hanukah, Boxing Day, and New Year’s, each celebration presents an exciting opportunity to decorate your home and show your enthusiasm for the season. But as you put up lights, candles, wreaths, paper cutouts, and any other assortment…
6 Signs Your Entry Door Needs to Be Replaced
People go in and out of your front door all the time. Every visitor and family member sweeps in and out of your entryway, and whenever you need to get the mail or run an errand, your door swings open and closed. But doors don’t last forever, and after some time, they wear down and…
A Guide to Window Frame Materials
Window frames come in a myriad of materials. You can get wood, aluminum, vinyl, and a couple other options. But you want to choose frames that properly insulate your home and work well with your local weather and climate. Which is best for your home? And what are the benefits of each? For more information…
You’ll Love These 3 Casement Window Advantages
Your current windows have long overstayed their welcome. You can barely crack open the windows to let in a fresh breeze. You consistently feel drafts around the frames. And you can’t look out the glass on some mornings due to condensation buildup between the panes. But as you shop for new windows, you’ve discovered far…
7 Ways to Make the Most of Your Bay or Bow Window
Bow and bay windows add dimension to an otherwise flat surface. They often let more light into the room as well because they jut out of the house just enough. But they also give you a decorative opportunity that you wouldn’t get with other windows. Sure, other windows have sills, but bow and bay windows…
How to Clean Your Windows and Screens Effectively
Are your windows spotted and streaky even though you just cleaned them? Are there cobwebs in the window screens that seem like they’ve been there for years? It may seem hopeless, but restoring your windows to crystal clarity is actually simple. In this blog, we go over how to clean your home’s windows and screens…
A Homeowner’s Guide to Common Wood Door Options
You know you need a new door. More than that, you know that you want the classic beauty and long-term functionality offered by a traditional wooden door. But as you begin to search for the new centerpiece of your entryway, you realize that you have more options than simple wood. In fact, most suppliers offer…
Match Your Patio Door and Decor With These 6 Inspiring Design Ideas
Your backyard garden parties are famous. The neighborhood shows up. The country club shows up. Your friends across town show up. Recently though, you’ve been eyeing your backyard and wanting to create a jaw-droppingly gorgeous space back there. You want a brilliant patio to entertain all of your guests, to relax with a lounge chair,…
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