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05/24/24 | Windows, General
Do Your Windows Have The Latest Energy-Savings Technology?

Do Your Windows Have The Latest Energy-Savings Technology? There are quicker, less expensive fixes than upgrading your tech such as adding storm windows or panels over existing windows to provide an extra layer of insulation and air sealing, reducing heat transfer through the windows.  Sealing air leaks around windows with caulk and weatherstripping can significantly...

05/09/24 | General, Windows
Do Your Windows Need Sunglasses? Benefits of Window Tinting!

Do Your Windows Need Sunglasses?  Sunglasses come in a variety of tint colors that offer different benefits. These neutral tones in gray, green, or brown tints provide the most natural color perception and are good for general everyday use. They reduce glare and eye strain in bright conditions. The Perils of Sun Exposure What does...

04/25/24 | Doors, General
Why Homeowners Are Staying Put And Remodeling

Why Homeowners Are Staying Put And Remodeling With real estate prices so inflated, many homeowners are faced with the prospect of selling and buying at the top of the market. Based on the latest industry data, they are opting to stay put and upgrade.  While economic headwinds like higher interest rates may temper some discretionary...

04/03/24 | Doors, General
Custom Doors Blow Away Off The Rack Exterior Doors

Custom Doors Blow Away Off The Rack Exterior Doors Most people think of custom entry doors as an option for only the most expensive homes or for homeowners with a unique artistic style. But they are a great renovation for any home, especially older houses with original doors. So if you’ve reached your breaking point...

02/28/24 | Doors, General
Why Your Next Wood Door Should Be Fiberglass

Why Your Next Wood Door Should Be Fiberglass It’s always interesting to see how perception can be manipulated or challenged by visual representations. A case in point is ProVia’s exterior fiberglass wood grain doors that fool the eye into seeing an authentic wood door.  The wood grain appearance is the result of an incredibly detailed...

02/01/24 | Windows, Doors
Stained Glass Windows That Tell A Story

Stained Glass Windows That Tell A Story We’ve always appreciated windows for the world they show us on the outside but stained glass windows have been used throughout history to tell stories as self-contained works of art.  The use of stained glass windows goes all the way back to the 7th century.  During the Middle...

01/13/24 | Doors, Internal Blinds
Life After Vertical Blinds: Internal Blinds

Life After Vertical Blinds: Internal Blinds  As if struggling to keep all the panels on the track and getting tangled up in strings wasn’t enough of a headache, your pets are wreaking havoc on your vertical blinds, leaving behind cracks and splits.  Meanwhile, over the years they lost their color and got dirty and now...

01/02/24 | Doors
Storm Doors: Batten Down The Hatches This Winter

Storm Doors: Batten Down The Hatches This Winter The snow shifts and drifts, quickly building up on everything it touches. As the frigid gust of air rips through the neighborhood, tiny ice crystals flicker under the escaping sunlight, creating a mesmerizing spectacle. The air is filled with a flurry of snowflakes, often flying past at a...

12/07/23 | Windows
Transform Your Home – High-End Architectural Design Upgrades For Your Windows

Surprisingly, many people don’t realize the large role windows and doors play in high-end architectural design.  Homeowners tend to focus more on functionality and energy efficiency over aesthetics. But why compromise when you can have both?  Take decorative glass windows that combine attractive designs made from clear beveled glass and caming; the metal banding that...

11/28/23 | Windows
Cool Minimalist Window Design Trends

This week we delve into the latest window design trends, exploring the beauty and functionality of interior and exterior glass features that are reshaping the way we experience our living spaces. From interior windows that create a sense of expansiveness and unleash light to flow between rooms to the resurgence of black-framed windows, these design...