Windows are made to last, but if the initial installation wasn’t up to par or you live in an older home, you may require a replacement sooner rather than later. Here are three signs that you shouldn’t put off replacing your windows any longer from the expert window installers at Approved Contractor. Improper Operation…
Anything that is exposed to sunlight for hours on end needs to be resistant against the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays and radiation or the color will fade. Also called light fastness, UV resistance is when a color retains its original hue even after thousands of hours exposed to direct sunlight. Nothing in your home…
If your windows are old, drafty and hard to open, this could be the year you make that long-awaited window replacement. Choosing the right type may be your most difficult decision, but it doesn’t have to be. Consider the benefits and drawbacks of four popular window frame materials to help you make the right…
When it comes to the exterior of a California home, not all coatings are created equal. Many homeowners stick with paint because they believe that they do not have another choice. However, paint is not designed to be a permanent home coating. Over the life of the home, paint can actually be more expensive…
Whether you’re selling your home soon or not, it’s worthwhile to pursue value-adding upgrades for your home. One example is to replace exterior paint with texture coating. This upgrade is one of the best investments you can make to increase your California home’s value. Texture Coating is Durable The view of your home…
Perhaps on January 1, you set a New Year’s resolution to save money on your home in 2015. How’s your goal coming along? If you’re looking for more significant ways to save, here are two ideas you might not have thought of yet: applying texture coating and installing new windows. Texture Coating As…
If you have a spot in your home where you want to replace a traditional hinged door with a sliding door, you stand to benefit in several ways. No door swing means you save space and can utilize the area around the door more easily. Sliding glass patio doors are also wider than regular…
Looking for a home improvement project to improve the look of your interior windows? They may look great from the outside, but if your windows are lacking from the inside, use these four trends to inspire you in the New Year. Bold Interior Trim A combination of crown molding, pilasters and trim helps highlight…
If you’ve decided to upgrade your exterior windows, you must consider several little details pertaining to the functionality, energy efficiency and appearance of your new windows. There are a seemingly limitless number of combinations, so how do you start narrowing down your choices? To help ensure you get the most from your investment, consider…
People love a great paint job on their homes. But, if you are debating between using regular paint or trying out texture coating, there are five things you should know. Once you understand what you get and what you should expect with texture coating, you can determine if texture coating is the right decision…
