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 …
How to Stop Drafts From Entering Doors & Windows
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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How to Fix a Sticking Sliding Door
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 …
How To Install a Window
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 …
When Should I Replace the Windows in my Home?
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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Window Treatment Ideas for Your Home
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, …
How to Clean Your Blinds
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 …
How to Fix a Door That Won’t Stay Closed
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 …
Sliding vs. French Doors is a Personal Choice
A home is a sanctuary where families live in comfort with doors that are made to keep them safe and warm. Both doors and windows provide a very important function for homeowners because they are a direct connection to other rooms within the home or the outside. Sliding doors and French doors are used in …
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Here’s Why You Need a French Bay Window in Your Home
There’s nothing like the installation of a French bay window to add flair and drama to a room while also giving it an elegance and classiness it might not have otherwise. It also gives a room a great deal of natural light and opens up a view. Since the window is built into a bay, …
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