If you have a scenic view right outside your living room, you can frame it using picture windows. This type of window is made up of a glass pane that is fixed on a frame. Thanks to the large glass area, you can enclose panoramic outdoor views without obstructing rails and stiles.
As time progressed, facets of our home were made in accordance to homeowners’ ever-changing needs. Windows nowadays are not only made to attend to the need for illumination and ventilation. Environmental sustainability, energy conservation, and energy efficiency are now essential considerations in manufacturing a window.
energy efficiency through proper insulation and utilization are now being adopted by various businesses, big and small. Recently, the campaign for energy efficiency in the country was brought to the fore by the Hilton Foundation. The group is now housed in an eco-friendly building with an LEED (or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification:
You know the seals around your windows have failed if you see condensation forming between the double-glass panels. It is something you should never overlook as it can compromise the thermal comfort and energy efficiency of your home. While window seal deterioration occurs as a result of old age and exposure to extreme temperatures, you […]
Condensation refers to water vapor turning into liquid water as it comes into contact with a surface. Common examples of this natural occurrence include dew forming on the grass in the early morning, eyeglasses fogging up when you enter a warm building on a cold day or water droplets forming on the surface of a […]
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) is an important factor when buying energy-efficient replacement windows. In this blog, Renewal by Andersen® of Nashville takes an in-depth look at SHGC and how it can benefit your replacement window buying decisions.
When getting new windows for your home, you need to consider more factors than just style, color and appeal. A product may look appealing, but it might not deliver the performance you are expecting. More and more people are considering investing in energy-efficient features in their homes. However, with all the complex terminologies involved, choosing […]
Not too long ago, homeowners in Carmel, Fishers and other communities in the Indianapolis metro area had to settle for either energy efficiency or attractive replacement windows when remodeling their homes. That’s no longer the case as Renewal by Anderson Indiana has a wide range of options that will make your home more energy-efficient as well as […]
When it comes to the house that your family calls home, maintaining a comfortable living space is a key factor to a happy and healthy standard of living. There are many ways to keep your living space in its prime, but replacing windows is one of the most common home repair projects. If you wonder […]