Get up to speed on two common window types, so you can choose the ones that are right for you. Casement windows are a very popular, and can be one of the more energy efficient window types. Casements crank or push open like a door, with the hinges to one side of the other. The […]
Read MoreThere are many different types of windows and the thought of having to choose can be a bit intimidating. After all, you’re considering a substantial investment in your home and you won’t want to change the windows again anytime soon. Marvin Windows and Doors are made-to-order in virtually any shape or size you can imagine. […]
Read MoreShopping for new home windows? Get to know the latest trends from an industry leading window company, Marvin Windows and Doors. Ultimate Glider Window Designed to be easy to live with, this exciting new glider window has a number of innovative features. The design offers clean lines that suit the trend towards more contemporary styling. […]
Read MoreInvesting in replacement windows can realize many benefits to your home and the way you live, but how do you know when it’s time to get new home windows? Drafts and Air Leaks Anyone who has lived with drafty old windows has seen the signs on windier days – a big gust hits the house […]
Read MoreCurb appeal is that first impression people get of your home, whether it’s a home buyer, arriving guests, your neighbors, or just someone driving by. Put yourself in their shoes. Take a look from across the street, or drive by from both directions and really study your at your home. Some of the first things you’ll […]
Read MoreSeeking a low maintenance yet beautiful window? Aluminum may not be your first consideration, but think again. Marvin’s aluminum cladding is a best-in-class solution for window exteriors that demand little or no attention and will not make you compromise on aesthetics. Old fashioned roll-form aluminum windows were made from material with the thickness of a […]
Read MoreThe advent of modern architecture begun by the Bauhaus movement in the 1930s was also the birth of floor to ceiling windows. Architects seeking to create an entirely new definition of space used glass in place of traditional walls, and the results were exciting and bold – rooms flooded with brilliant daylight, uninterrupted panoramic views, […]
Read MoreBoth bow and bay windows are excellent window types to add interest and significantly change the sense of space and light in a room without moving entire walls. Their impact is like a mini remodel that can meet your budget more easily that major renovations. So what is the difference between bow and bay windows? […]
Read MoreSome brands of windows, especially vinyl and aluminum, are made in popular sizes and shapes and pulled from a warehouse to fulfill orders. Often times if these window sizes do not fit exactly, installers resort to altering the opening of the home to make them fit. This process can have some disadvantages. In particular, it […]
Read MoreBesides the time and effort it takes for choosing windows– shopping, buying, and installing- you want to be sure they are a worthwhile investment in the long run. You see window ads in the mail, on TV and on the Internet, but what do you really need to know to make sure you buy the […]
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