Would you like to get fresh air into your home without worrying about rain coming in? Or would you like to add an operable window above a sliding patio door or below a fixed picture window? If so – an awning window may be in your future. In this article you’ll learn the definition of an awning window and about the advantages, disadvantages and where to use this type of window: Continue reading “Are Vinyl or Wood Awning Windows the Right Choice for your Project?” »
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Are Vinyl or Wood Awning Windows the Right Choice for your Project?
Saturday, April 23rd, 2011How to Choose the Right Type of Vinyl Replacement Windows
Friday, March 25th, 2011Are your old single pane metal framed or wood framed windows hard to operate and costing you a lot of money in excessive heating and cooling bills? If so the time is right to upgrade to a vinyl replacement window. The options and types of windows are varied. Here’s the answers to 5 frequently asked questions to guide you through the window selection process. Continue reading “How to Choose the Right Type of Vinyl Replacement Windows” »
7 Tips to Select a Decorative Leaded Glass Window
Friday, December 24th, 2010You no longer have to settle for a generic clear glass window. Add a distinctive decorative touch with a leaded glass window. Here’s 7 tips to help you select the right decorative glass window for virtually any room of your house: Continue reading “7 Tips to Select a Decorative Leaded Glass Window” »
7 Projects Using a Lighter Vinyl Framed Glass Block Window
Saturday, December 18th, 2010To many people glass block windows are just too heavy a product to use. The cool thing is they’ve gotten lighter now since that there are 2” thick glass blocks which are built inside vinyl frames. These windows are not only strong (since they are constructed with vinyl spacers between the blocks), but they also come in a wide variety of colors, frosted and etched patterns and are easy to install. Wondering where you can use these windows ….here’s 7 projects to choose from: Continue reading “7 Projects Using a Lighter Vinyl Framed Glass Block Window” »
How to Use Acrylic Blocks vs. Glass Blocks for Window Openings
Tuesday, June 8th, 2010I’ve been asked the question over and over – should I use glass blocks or acrylic blocks for my window project. While I will tell you I admittedly have a bias (I’ve been in the glass block business for over 25 years) my companies sell both glass and acrylic products and I try to recommend what’s best for the customer. Here are my pointers on how to choose between these 2 different materials: Continue reading “How to Use Acrylic Blocks vs. Glass Blocks for Window Openings” »








