Window films and window tinting are not identical products. The primary difference is that window films are generally transparent, and window tint products come in shades of color. The main function of window films is to conserve energy and block UV radiation, which can fade furniture, rugs, and flooring. Window tints block significant amounts of…
Glass, it’s not just for windows anymore. Glass furnishings are popular and easy to find, providing countless options for interior design. Glass furniture comes in an astonishing selection, and furniture made with glass elements has a sleek, clean, and elegant appeal for home and business furnishing. There are plenty of ideas when it comes to…
HERO is short for the Home Energy Renovation Opportunity program. This low-cost financing program helps homeowners pay for specific home improvement projects in certain locations in California. HERO Program Approved Repairs The HERO program can help you afford to: Install new energy-efficient windows and doors Replace gas and electric water heaters with solar water heaters…
Broken window glass is annoying because it means you have to take time out of your busy day to get it fixed. It’s a hazard because broken glass can lead to injuries, and it’s a threat because it leaves your home vulnerable to intrusion and the elements. What to do When Window Glass Breaks When…
In California, building contractors come in 46 different categories. The State issues a separate contracting license for each one, ranging from general contracting, millwork, flooring, paving, heating and ventilation, signage, asbestos abatement, to glazing. Most people entering a trade profession go through a four-year apprenticeship, working full-time as they learn their craft, as well as…
Revolving doors have many advantages as the main entryway into a business, and installing a new revolving door at your commercial location could give your business a boost. Advantages of Revolving Doors for Businesses Many businesses use a revolving door as the entry to their business because: Revolving doors keep out blasts of hot or…
A recent industry report published by the market research firm Lucintel says the market for Low-E glass is expected to grow substantially over the next five years. Construction booms and an increasing concern about energy efficiency are fueling the trend. Low-E Glass in Commercial and Residential Buildings Low-E glass controls the amount of ultraviolet and…
Bay windows, bow windows, and greenhouse windows enhance the interior and exterior of many homes. All of these window styles create usable space in a room by extending beyond the wall of the house, while also letting in large amounts of sunlight and view. Greenhouse Window Installation Greenhouse windows are rectangular-shaped boxes with glass on…
Many home repair professionals fix and replace windows and broken glass. General contractors, carpenters, handymen – and women – often have the skills, tools, and know-how to do this type of work. Here’s why. Glazier’s Tools of the Trade Glazing, or working with glass, is a specialty contracting license, and it comes along with a…
Winter is here, and your windows play a big part in keeping out the cold and keeping in the heat. If your windows are old, there is a good chance they may be drafty or energy inefficient, increasing your energy bills and making your home environment less than comfortable. How Windows Can Keep Your Home…