Why Blinds Between the Glass Aren’t As Energy Efficient as You Think

Given our current economic climate and the ever–increasing need for cost–savings and energy efficiency in and around our homes, I wanted to address the popular notion out there that blinds–between–the–glass windows and doors are highly energy efficient, (in part thanks to those internal blinds). The reality is, however, that they have all the energy efficiency
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Color Your House Happy

Recently, a young couple came to the showroom with what they thought would be a decorating dilemma. They wanted to replace the old windows in their home with energy–efficient ones. Problem was their home’s crisp white frame exterior was in sharp contrast to the cozy colonial warmth they were trying to create inside. They needed
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Take Your Storm Windows to the Antiques Roadshow!

Thanks to new window technology, storm windows are pretty much antiques nowadays. The original purpose for a storm window was to protect a home’s primary windows from the weather. Some of you might remember those old windows with the small panes of glass, and some of you still have them. You know, the ones with
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Seeing the Light: Older Homes, Modern Windows

We live in a beautiful and historic part of the country, and a lot of homes in this area are colonial gems. Older homes were solidly built, to be sure, but they were also built before we began to worry about the high cost of energy or the environment. So when it comes time to
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Beat the Heat with “Smart Sun” Replacement Windows

Can windows actually be smart? Well, when it comes to energy conservation and utility costs, the good news is YES, replacement windows are smart. To keep your house cool and the air conditioner bill under control, windows can be the leading variable in achieving a cool, comfortable home while saving energy doing it. Buying the
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Finding the Best Windows or Patio Doors for Cold Weather

There is nothing quite like an icy cold winter day to let you know just how drafty your windows and doors really are. You might be able to ignore these drafts in the summer, but come winter, it can be downright miserable. You shouldn’t be shivering inside your home! There are a number of reasons
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Andersen Window Products Receive Leading Indoor Air Quality Certification

Andersen® windows and doors and Renewal by Andersen® replacement windows have received Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) Indoor Advantage™ Gold Certification for indoor air quality. This level of certification meets North America’s strictest indoor air emission criteria, namely the California Section 01350 Specification, the strictest standard in the U.S. This certification is based upon rigorous, peer-reviewed
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Save Money on Energy Bills and Beat the Heat with New Windows

When were your windows installed? The 1950s? The 1960s? The 1980s? If so, then it may surprise you that today’s windows are more than just glass. Even within the last 10 years, the science behind energy-efficient windows has evolved considerably. “If you have an older home,“ says window replacement expert Gerry Rogers, “your windows are
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The Surprising Truth About Between-the-Glass Blinds

With many homeowners pinching pennies, energy-efficient windows are a smart, simple way to conserve energy and save money now and for years to come. So it’s shocking to know that some window companies try to sell windows that offer no energy-benefits. What’s even more outrageous is that these windows are often quite expensive. How do
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How to Make a Small Room Seem Larger

Do you have small rooms in your home that you wish were larger? Short of knocking down a wall, you won’t truly be able to increase the dimensions of a room. However, there are several ways you can make a room appear larger than it is by changing the layout, contents, and it’s color scheme.
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