Cleaning methods can vary from one window to another. What works well for vinyl replacement windows might not be suitable for wood or aluminum ones. With spring approaching fast, it’s important to understand the right way to keep your windows looking their best as you go about your yearly spring cleaning.
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3 Tips on Maintaining Your Insulated Windows
Window maintenance is crucial to keeping your home intact and energy-efficient. Needless to say, it should be done properly and regularly. Here’s how you can keep your double- or triple-pane insulated windows clean and in good condition.
Guide to Selecting the Best Hardware for Your Windows
Curtain rods and holdbacks are what usually come to mind when talking about window hardware. However, if you’re shopping for new windows, you’ll notice that hardware mostly refers to the mechanical parts of a window, such as bolts, cranks, latches, sash and so on.
Practical Questions to Ask a Window Contractor
Before officially hiring the services of a window contractor, make sure you have asked all important and relevant questions. You should have all the information you need for your peace of mind. Listed below are some questions you should ask your replacement windows installer.
A Guide to Removing Hard Water Stains From Your Window
When water affects your windows, you might think that a simple wipe of a towel can easily clean them. However, this isn’t actually the case as there are some areas where water is high in mineral content like magnesium and calcium. This is what is often known as hard water, and it can be difficult to remove if left alone for a long time since the sun baked has baked the mineral content into the glass. However, just because these stains are difficult to remove, it doesn’t mean they can’t be.
Stuck Windows: Quick Fixes and Maintenance Tips
Stuck windows are a fairly common household problem, of which there can be more than one cause. Here’s a look at what causes windows to get stuck and how they can be addressed.