Most homeowners can expect their window systems to last for around 20 years, but many window replacement companies say that they’ve replaced windows that are years younger than that. The frame material, weather, maintenance and usage all affect how long a window can last. In fact, many homeowners are surprised that the little actions that they make over the years can have a huge impact on the lifespan of their windows. As such, it’s important to know the bad habits to avoid to maximize the life of your windows.
[Read more…]Exterior Trim Design Options by Renewal by Andersen®
When you’re replacing your windows, the last thing (probably) on your mind is the exterior trim. And you might say, “why not?” Window trims are normally the last thing to be done in any window replacement, and when they’re done well you wouldn’t exactly notice them. That said, when it’s bad, it really looks bad, so the best you could hope for is a subtle trim.
[Read more…]Why Design Your Home Office Around Your Windows
Most of the time, when the term “home office” is used, it evokes a certain feeling of boredom. After all, for a home office setup, you only need, at bare minimum, a desk and a chair, right? But as your window installation contractors suggest, a home office need not be boring. In fact, making it boring can be the last thing you want to do.
[Read more…]Why You Need to Upgrade to Energy-Efficient Windows
There’s nothing more wasteful than replacing your windows but replacing them with the same kinds of units. Window replacement is an opportunity for you to upgrade, not just replace. And the easiest way to “upgrade” windows is to choose energy-efficient units.
[Read more…]Kitchen Sink Window Ideas From Movies
You’ve seen it in period films set in 50s Americana: a window over the kitchen sink, allowing copious amounts of light into an otherwise dark and dreary kitchen. In such a scene, the kitchen sink window takes a wholly otherworldly importance—an irresistible force of nature that arrests the eye.
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