Windows

If you want to stop cold drafts and lower your winter heating bill, sealing your windows with shrink film is a perfect option. Shrink film is easily removable when summertime rolls around, making...

One of the best and most economical ways to instantly transform any room in your home is to add a skylight or two. A skylight can bring sunbeams dancing into a dark and dreary kitchen, giving an...

Windows and doors are the primary places where heat escapes your home in the winter and where cool air escapes in the summer. Energy efficient windows and doors can save you over $400 per year...

What to know and ask about when your looking for energy efficient windows. With the right windows you can save as much as 20% off your monthly energy bill. Best of all you can get tax deductions...

When we left off last week, we had removed the old wood sash windows and prepared the opening for the vinyl replacement windows. Now it's time to install your new windows. You should have someone...

Installing a window correctly It is easier than you would think.

Last week I told you how to measure your wood window openings to properly order your new vinyl replacement windows. This week I'm going to explain how to remove your old windows.

Measuring for custom made blinds is an exacting process that requires you to take careful, precise measurements. Though it's not difficult, you still need to go slow and make sure that your...

If you are ready to replace your drafty wood windows with energy efficient vinyl windows, this article will explain how to measure the opening. I will explain the installation proceddure in next...

Wood blinds are the classic choice for almost any decor, offering a clean, classic look. Wooden blinds are made from basswood or other hardwoods and come in a variety of stains and painted colors....

Storm shutters can help protect your home from severe storm damage. Broken glass from wind driven debris is the most common storm damage. Follow these steps to make storm shutters that not only...

Who wants a window stuck shut when there is an absolute need of outside air to circulate a room. A stuck window is perhaps a swell resulting by the damp weather/wet season, or as well as be...

Often times you would like a room or enclosure to be slightly darker and protected from the sun. Colored/tinted window film can be installed to block light.

Make affordable window blinds from inexpensive straw mats. I wanted to turn my back porch into a spa-like retreat but window treatments were priced out of my range. Even with enough money, the...

These days a lot of homeowners are replacing their old windows with vinyl windows, using the retrofit style of window frame. This is particularly true in the west, and specifically, in California....

Spring cleaning means washing exterior windows. We have three large sliding doors that show every drip and water spot. Harder to wash are the windows that are subdivided into 1 foot squares...

Are you kidding me? My tenants go on vacation for a couple of weeks, and somebody steals all of the window screens off the windows? How I wish it were a joke. Apparently there is value in the...

Whenever I write an article, it's usually tailored to the do it yourself homeowner to help them save some money on the high cost of labor these days. This article is for the "not so...

Ever wondered how you can save steps in your home office? The author did this project when a secretary in an adjacent room made several trips each day, wasting valuable time hand carrying forms...

I will be explaining how to install a vinyl thermal double hung replacement window into an opening that used to have a wood double hung window. This instruction is for taking out the old window...

If you have always wanted a window seat but don't have the money to rebuild or rehab your house, you can create a window seat yourself without having to hire carpenters or contractors. Do it...

How to go through the process of home window replacement

We live in the Pacific Northwest where only 15% of homes have a/c. Here's how to help cool your home during the next heat wave without having to spend $$ on electricity.

With so many homeowners in the market for more energy efficient windows and doors for their home, I thought I would use this week's article to cover the more common terms used to describe a...

Everybody wants to get rid of their old, drafty windows? Obama's economic stimulus package offers up to $1,500 of tax credit for energy efficient home improvements. Now is the time to take action...

I will try and explain how to fix a rotted window sill.

How to make a bay window seat

Measuring a window for blinds is an extremely important step during the process of shopping for and installing blinds. This step cannot be skipped since there is no uniform size for windows, and...

If you have large windows in your home and you’re looking to spruce them up or just want more privacy from your neighbors, installing plantation shutters is a great option. Plantation shutters are...

Over time windows take a beating. Condensation, exposure to the elements, and ongoing use combine to wear down windows of all quality levels. When possible, replace a window with one that's the...

Have you ever thought about fixing a broken window in your house, but didn't think you could do it because nobody ever taught you how to cut glass? Well, you really don't have to know how to cut...

This article will explain how to measure and install single panel plantation shutters.

If the sliding glass doors in your home are more than 10 years old, you might notice that they are becoming harder to slide open. This problem is even more common on aluminum frame dual pane...

This article will explain how replacement window sizes are expressed and how to determine the size of your window opening without removing anything.

Window replacement can save on energy costs and can improve the aesthetics of a home. It is most common to replace old windows without removing the entire framework. If the framework already in...

Measuring for encased replacement windows. As simple as it gets to accurately measure encasement's for windows.

With a little time and effort you can replace the windows in your barn or other structure. Most older buildings have wood framed windows, so these are the kinds of windows we will be discussing...

Selecting replacement windows for your home can be exhausting if you don't know what you are doing and what to look for in a replacement window. Everyone is looking for energy efficient today. ...

A Box valance can set a window off, making it look more finished and give a room an air of elegance and upper class decor. These window treatments are not hard to build requiring only some wood,...

If you have a two story house, and you are going to replace the windows on both the first and second floor, there are little tricks that you can use to make the upper floor job a bit safer and easier.

Ever had a craft project that required you to drill a hole in glass? If you tried it on your own then you probably cracked the glass. Follow these steps and you will have no problem.

If the sliding glass doors in your home are more than 10 years old, you might notice that they are becoming harder to slide open. This problem is even more common on aluminum frame dual pane...

Plantation shutters are a hot decorating trend. The large, movable louvers are both functional and fashionable and lend a traditional feel to any home. Customarily made from a number of different...

Installing a new aluminum framed window in an old or new rough opening does not have to be complicated. Make sure you have the right measurements and tools, it should take less than 1 day to...

When discussing the proper frame style for replacing the wood sash windows, I explained the difference between new construction frames versus replacement frames. When replacing aluminum windows,...

If you have a window that is foggy and drafty you have a window that needs to be replaced. If you have vinyl frame windows you are in luck, you can replace the glass only portion of the window...

Making a wood valance can add accents to any window. They are fairly easy to make with just a few tools. It's a cheap way to decorate an old window with no character.

If the practice session of a future hopeful gold glove award winner goes awry don’t fret, replacing cracked or broken windowpanes in wood framed windows is easier than it may seem at first glance....

Shutters are not just for the outside of your house. They look great mounted on inside windows or just mounted on a wall. Shutters, especially with a rustic feel, are part of a home decorator's...

When we left off last time, we had removed the old wood sash windows and prepared the opening for the vinyl replacement windows. Now it's time to install your new windows. You should have someone...