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One of the most enjoyable experiences resulting from remodeling your bathroom comes from soaking in the tub when the work is finally completed. One of the most enjoyable aspects of soaking in the tub is experiencing the natural light and warmth of the sun streaming in from a well-placed and creatively designed window system. Gone…

Though there used to be few choices when it came to what kind of windows your home could have, today’s homeowners have a veritable smorgasbord of options. Windows in general provide poor insulation. Older windows in particular allow a great deal of heat transfer, which gave the inspiration to find newer and better window materials….

If you have a bedroom or living space in your basement you’re required by law to install egress windows for easy escape in cases of emergency. Sometimes the lowest level of the house remains slightly above ground, making egress window installation a breeze, but more often than not you’ll have to make special alterations. Usually…

Aluminum windows made their place in the window market as a low-cost alternative to wood and vinyl windows. Most homeowners gloss over the other built-in advantages of aluminum windows. They resist splitting, shrinking, cracking, swelling, and rust. Aluminum windows are also three times as strong as vinyl and more than forty times as strong as…

When it comes to casement replacement windows, it’s best not to hold back. Casement replacement windows are now some of the most energy efficient, quality built windows on the market, so it pays to shop around and make sure you’re getting the best deal. Talk to a certified window installer about what designs and innovations…

You’ve heard the word before. You’ve heard people talk, gush, and brag about them. But what exactly are dormers? Well, it’s easy to get confused since people often use the term in referring to different things. It can be used interchangeably to talk about a converted upper-level room, a horizontal extension of the converted room,…

The primary function of a screen is to keep insects out of your home. For this reason, window screens are also sometimes called insect or fly screens. Recently, manufacturers have made a concerted effort to increase the scope of window screen installations. They are now more common, not just for windows, but doors and porches…

Few home improvements do more for your home from a green perspective than installing new, green windows. Poor windows can heat up your home like an oven in the summertime, and they can account for as much as 25 percent of your home’s heat loss in the winter. On the other hand, energy-efficient windows and…

Many homeowners don’t immediately think of decorative glass for their window installments, but they offer a unique look for windows and are often energy-efficient in addition to providing interesting wall décor. Admittedly, decorative glass windows may not be right for every room in your home, but they’re appropriate for a lot more than churches and…

We love it when things look modern, cool and sleek. Think about how we invest in sunglasses not just to keep out the light, or how we tint our cars not just to keep the car seats cool. Shades give glass a refined, edgy appearance that makes it seem clear, crisp and competent. This is…