Choosing a window treatment for your sliding glass door can be tricky. You want something that adds privacy and blocks out heat and cold during the extreme months but doesn’t hinder the door’s function. Throw away your ugly vertical blinds and opt for something a little more unique and appealing. Below are window treatment ideas …
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In this economy, everyone is understandably looking for ways to save money. Fortunately, saving money every month doesn’t have to be complicated; in fact, it can be quite simple. There are a number of places where you can cut your costs, from downsizing your home to cutting down on entertainment expenses. However, one of the …
Doesn’t it seem as if holes in hollow doors are inevitable? Growing up, we’ve probably all had an experience where we’ve either made a hole in the door or just lived with a hole of mystery origins. Where do these holes come from? Falls – Falls are big culprits. And if you are a parent …
Drafts can make a home very uncomfortable. They also reduce efficiency and can increase energy use. Aging or damaged doors and windows are two of the main sources of drafts in a home. There are several ways to stop drafts from entering through doors and windows. Add Weatherstripping Weatherstripping can help to stop drafts fast. …
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Sliding glass doors in a home are attractive, but require the occasional tune-up for optimal performance. Fixing a sticky or stuck sliding glass door is a simple process that even an inexperienced homeowner can handle, but one that may take a little time and muscle to complete. The fix may be as simple as a …
Installing a window isn’t simple but it is something you can do on your own. Here are the basic steps to installing a new window: First, we need to find out what’s behind the wall before we knock a hole in it. Walls can hide anything from plumbing pipes to electrical wires. If these needful …
The windows in your home do more than give you a view of the outdoors. They form a barrier between you and the elements. Sometimes you can maintain this barrier with simple window maintenance and repairs. Other times replacement of one or more of your windows is the only option. How do homeowners determine when …
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Windows are the one of the most important parts of any home. When effectively used, the right windows can help make any room feel light and airy and charming and cozy. Windows can also be enhanced with the use of effective window treatments. A good window treatment will work well with your existing color scheme, …
It is almost that time again. Time for spring cleaning. When beginning your spring cleaning checklist, do not forget to ass this one thing: cleaning the window blinds. It is not any fun and it does have to be done but it does not have to be difficult. Since *most* blinds are commonly white, we …
A door that won’t stay closed can be more than just a nuisance. Doors that close properly and completely are not only safer, but they also are better for controlling the temperatures in your home. In the winter time, doors that close tightly keep more cold air outside where it belongs. When it’s hot in …
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