Archive for the ‘Home Improvement’ Category
Tuesday, May 6th, 2008
Charlie McCurry asked: Frequently Asked Window Questions
How often should residential windows be replaced?
Homeowners with windows over 25 years old should consider replacing them, both to gain the best energy efficiencies and to protect the “envelope” of the house. A home is an ideal candidate for a window replacement ...
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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008
Stephen Dolan asked: Designed to allow light and air in through solid walls, windows are a staple of any basic architecture. Most homes and businesses have windows for both practical purposes of light, as well as for aesthetic value. Windows can be made from a variety of material, including glass, ...
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Monday, March 31st, 2008
Matt Oliver asked: Replacement vinyl windows are an excellent way to add style, charm, and resale value to your home. Today’s replacement windows are made in a variety of different styles, which allows you to choose the specific window type to meet your unique needs.
Single and Double Hung Windows
Probably the ...
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Saturday, February 9th, 2008
Charlie McCurry asked: Window Terminology
Aluminum-clad windows and doors:
Windows or doors of wood construction covered on the exterior with extruded (EAGLE windows) or roll-formed aluminum. Has a factory-applied finish to deter the elements. The extruded aluminum adds structural capabilities to the product and helps eliminate warping and damage through ...
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Tuesday, January 15th, 2008
Shane Hester asked: If you're looking to make your home as energy-efficient as possible, you'll need to start with replacement windows. Replacement windows come in a variety of materials, from wood and aluminum to composite and vinyl. Vinyl replacement windows are increasing in popularity, since they're durable and inexpensive. Whatever ...
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Sunday, December 9th, 2007
Hal Lewis asked: Gone are the days when windows were universal. Gone are the days when a house would have the same window in every room. Gone are the days when your choices for windows were limited. There was a time when most common type of windows were windows whose ...
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Sunday, October 28th, 2007
Muna wa Wanjiru asked: There are many companies that manufacture windows. One of the better known window companies you will be able to buy windows from is that of Marvin Windows. This company has many different styles of windows that you can use. Additionally you will be able to choose ...
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Friday, August 10th, 2007
Lee Stevens asked: Check this out to get some practical window treatment ideas for your own home. Guides to the do's and dont's. They should give you some food for thought before you leap in and get started. (the other option.................brick your window up and have done with it. What ...
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Friday, April 6th, 2007
Priority Windows asked: The Advantages of "Custom"
So why should you choose custom curtains over storebought curtains?
If you are unfamiliar with what exactly makes a custom window treatment (or any other custom-made fabric product for your home) so different from its storebought counterpart, this article might be useful to read before ...
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Sunday, February 18th, 2007
Muna wa Wanjiru asked: While people love the idea of gardening there is always the desire to bring the garden indoors. While many of the windows that we have in our homes provides us with a place to sit, read, keep curios and even grow plants there are always drawbacks. ...
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