Windows & Glass

Fixing a sliding window
Fixing a sliding window
Windows & Glass
First, check that the source of the problem isn’t dirt, paint or grime accumulated on the tracks. Another cause for the broken sliding window can be a bent track. Follow the next steps in order to repair the window. Start off with track cleani ...

What do you do when you have a window to repair
What do you do when you have a window to repair
Windows & Glass
For those of you that have an older house, with single-pane windows, which during winter need storm windows, problems may appear. Alongside the following lines you will find out how to repair for yourself the windows, with basic equipment and in ...

Fixing a failed window seal
Fixing a failed window seal
Windows & Glass
A failed window seal means the apparition of a cloudy film between the panes. This is the case for double and triple pane windows. The effect is a loss of insulation in the home. You can act accordingly to what suits you from the following ideas. ...

Do you have a broken slider for a window glass? This is how to repair it
Do you have a broken slider for a window glass? This is how to repair it
Windows & Glass
In order to avoid the occurrence of accidents, the slider should be replaced as fast as possible. Before starting with the repairs, the parts of the window have to be identified, which should not be a very difficult task considering the fact that ...

Ways to prevent mold and condensation on aluminum windows
Ways to prevent mold and condensation on aluminum windows
Windows & Glass
Read on for a few simple steps to keep from mold and condensation build on your windows. The aluminum material of the window remains cold even if the temperature in the room is high, due to its properties. If you apply latex paint, the aluminu ...

Basic information about window glaze
Basic information about window glaze
Windows & Glass
Window glaze offers an extra insulation and is a help in keeping the glass in the frame. It is applied to the peripheric edge of the outer side of the window. Glazing the window yourself is much cheaper and you can do it easily by reading the fol ...

Maintaining wooden window frames
Maintaining wooden window frames
Windows & Glass
In time, wooden window frames can cause important and expensive to solve problems. This is why it is very important to check them regularly for any signs of damage and clean them often. Regardless of the type of frame that you have, a simple main ...

About solar shades
About solar shades
Windows & Glass
Solar shades have a few advantages over normal drapes, blinds or other kinds of windows coverings. The materials used when constructing these solar shades, don't permit the entrance of sunlight and ultraviolet rays in the house. Keeping heat o ...

Upside and downside of aluminum windows
Upside and downside of aluminum windows
Windows & Glass
Aluminum windows had evolved in the last 40 years, so you must take them into consideration when you want to change an existing window. There are a lot of designs to choose from. Upside of Aluminum Windows There are a lot of advantages whe ...

Sliding windows
Sliding windows
Windows & Glass
Sliding windows have a different way of opening compared to regular windows which open outwards. These windows tend to be more popular because of their ease of operation and other benefits. Sliding window durability Sliding windows have lo ...