Many older homes and especially historic homes in MN have window and door openings that are not standard to the industry today. Windows way back when served a different purpose than they do now. Back then the window played a much larger role -they were the homes only air conditioning. ...
read moreIf you've been shopping for replacement windows for your home, you probably are familiar with the multitude of choices and options available. One of the most popular today is the "Low-E" designation. Just what is Low-E, and do you need (or want) it? Years ago window construction was fairly simply - ...
read moreOlder and historic commercial properties can pose special challenges in terms of exterior renovation and preservation. And one of the most problematic areas can be the windows. Often windows in historic and older office buildings and other commercial products are an integral design feature, despite their lack of energy efficiency ...
read moreIf you're seeking to update or refresh your home's exterior and you're planning on replacing your windows, why not consider adding a bay or bow window? Though similar in construction (one large window flanked by two smaller side windows), there is a difference. Bay windows extend out in a rectangular box ...
read moreIf making your friends and visitors feel welcome from the moment they enter your home is important to you, you'll want to make sure that's the impression they get as they walk up to your front door. If you haven't taken a look at your front entrance lately, you might ...
read moreSummer is an active time for home remodeling. And some of the stores that specialize in home improvement products are advertising low sale prices on windows. If you're been considering replacing your old deteriorated windows, those sale ads might have caught your eye. But are those advertised windows really a ...
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