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5 Window-Related Tactics to Make a Small Room Look Bigger

August 20, 2018

If your home includes one or more small rooms, you may be constantly looking for tricks to make those spaces feel cozy rather than cramped. While you can use a number of techniques to achieve the illusion of openness, you should start with your windows. Your windows and how you cover them can dramatically change…

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Low-Emissivity Storm Windows and Why They May Be Right for Your Home

August 20, 2018

Increasing a home’s energy efficiency can be a challenge, particularly if the home is older or contains serious preexisting flaws that inhibit energy savings. However, one action that homeowners can take to increase efficiency is installing storm windows. These modern windows are built with low-emissivity (“low-e”) glass, and their low cost means they will pay…

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Need a New Front Door? Beautiful Options to Consider

August 20, 2018

Upgrading your front door to a new and contemporary style that better suits your home is a simple renovation that makes a huge impact. If you are ready to give your front entry the pizzazz it needs by installing a new wooden or steel door, consider these many options to fall in love with. Painted…

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4 Ways New Windows Can Improve Your Home’s Value

August 20, 2018

You know that home upgrades in general can boost your house’s overall value, but new window installs have their own list of benefits. From security to energy efficiency, new windows can make your home more valuable than ever while also providing excellent qualities you can enjoy until you choose to sell or re-finance. Discover four…

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What You Need to Know About Energy Efficiency and Your Windows

August 20, 2018

Windows beautify your home, bring the outdoors in and let you bathe your interior décor in glowing natural light. That said, they can also cost you — and that doesn’t just mean the cost of installation and maintenance. Window spaces in the average home take up roughly 15 to 20 percent of the entire wall…

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Should You Add Security Window Film to Your Windows?

August 20, 2018

One of the problems that windows present is that they are easy to break, giving determined criminals a way in as long as they’re willing to deal with shards of glass. You’ve got your choice of security features, but installing them often requires you to modify the windows cosmetically. For example, rather than add bars…

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Choose the Best Awnings and Sliding Windows

August 20, 2018

When it comes to window styles, double-hung and casement windows tend to get the most recognition. And indeed, these are the most popular styles of windows to see throughout a home. However, there are a couple of other window styles that work well in specific scenarios and spaces. You would probably not replace every window…

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Holiday Celebrations and the Advantages of French Hinged Patio Doors

August 20, 2018

The holidays are often a unique time of year for many homes. There is a lot more cooking, many guests visiting the home and unique celebrations for everyone involved. If you love to host for the holidays, then you want to ensure your home is welcoming and accommodating to all of these changes. The kitchen…

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Energy Efficient Doors

August 20, 2018

You may be spending more on home heating and cooling than you think. Almost half of the average home’s energy use goes to using the HVAC system, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. The heater and air conditioner aren’t the only parts of your home that contribute to rising heating and cooling costs. Your…

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Buying a New Home? What to Look For In the Windows

August 20, 2018

Buying a new home is a major step in your life. Whether you’re moving to a new city, upgrading from your existing home or it’s your first time in the housing market, you want to get the most for your money. That means making sure that the home is in top shape, or at the…

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