Technological Advances In Windows And Doors

Posted on April 23, 2008 - Filed Under Home Improvement | Leave a Comment

Over the course of the past three decades, there have been many advances in the exterior fenestration industry. One might argue that window and door innovations have helped set the pace for today’s increasingly “maintenance free” home improvement products. With the introduction of exterior cladding and insulating glass, today’s consumers are faced with many new options designed to increase the efficiency and aesthetic of their homes.

Should You Consider Adding A Sunroom Or Solarium To Your Home?

Posted on March 31, 2008 - Filed Under Home Improvement | Leave a Comment

Building or having a sunroom or solarium built not only adds a new room to your home but also provides a nice place to retreat to anytime of the year. Sunrooms are structures that are usually comprised of many windows, allowing homeowners the benefit of enjoying the outdoors while still staying indoors with all the comforts and amenities. These rooms are especially nice to use during the winter months when being outdoors is severely limited due to the cold weather.

How To Decorate Your Guest Room In A Rustic Theme

Posted on March 13, 2008 - Filed Under Home Improvement | Leave a Comment

Many people choose the rustic home decor, even those who have an urban lifestyle. There is no need for you to live in the country or a log cabin in order to take advantage of some of the unique accents that you can purchase in the rustic home decor style. For those who love nature, camping, and hiking, the deep woods decor is an interesting and functional way to display the things you enjoy so much.

Replace Your Own Windows And Screens

Posted on March 1, 2008 - Filed Under Home Improvement | Leave a Comment

If you live in a part of the world where you need a window screen than you should learn how to put them in yourself. DIY windows are not a hard thing to do especially when it comes to window screens. Window screens can keep intruders out and help you feel comfortable indoors. They can help keep fresh air in, but keep bugs out. You’ll need to replace them once in awhile because they are rather fragile.

If you want to replace your own window screens then check out this list of materials that you’ll need: screening or screening patches, household cement, razor knife, scissors, screen rolling tool, square, brads, stapler, 1×2 and 1×4 stock to stretch your screening, and wood putty.