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Most Popular Kitchen Window Styles for 2022

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In any room of the home, windows have an enormous effect on the feel and style of the space. While your window selection can feel daunting and costly, it is also exciting to refresh your home's style with the latest trends. Let's look at the most popular kitchen window styles for 2022.   Sliding Windows Your kitchen demands function in every inch of the space, and you have no time for struggling to reach past small appliances or the sink to open your windows. For those hard-to-reach spaces in your kitchen, use sliding windows. They are easy to open and maximize your view of the outdoors from your kitchen. Sliding windows also blend well with various architectural styles, making them perfect for the kitchen area.   Casement Windows Casement windows are another option that works well in tight spaces and opens easily when you have one hand covered in soapy dishwater. Casement windows crank open like a door, allowing you to control the flow of air into the room and give you a beaut

Benefits of Vinyl Windows

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When exploring your options for window replacement, one option that often comes up is vinyl windows. Vinyl replacement windows and patio doors are an outstanding option because they offer a combination of some of the best features from other products. In addition, vinyl windows are attractive, customizable, and cost-effective for window replacement.    Let's look at some of the benefits of vinyl windows and patio doors. Weather-resistant & Durable Vinyl window frames are made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a polymer. PVC makes the window frames resistant to heat, water, and UV rays. Therefore, it will not mold, rot, or warp due to the elements. Because of how these frames are made, they are also very durable, often lasting 20 years or more.    Efficient Insulator Vinyl windows have excellent insulation, which keeps your home cool in summer and warm in winter. Because of their outstanding insulation, vinyl windows also work well to dampen noise outside your home. This quality ma

Double-Hung vs. Casement Windows

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If it is time for new windows in your home, you might feel overwhelmed by all of your options. Replacing your windows takes a significant investment of your time and money, so take the opportunity to choose windows that will match your home's style, preference, and security needs. One decision you will want to be informed on is the difference between double-hung and casement windows.   Before discussing the merits of each type of window, let's look at the fundamental differences between the two. Casement windows hinge on the side and crank in and out, swinging open like a door. Double-hung windows are made from two pieces. The upper and lower sash slide up and down in the window frame, opening from the top and the bottom.   The two types of windows may have more in common than you realize. For example, double-hung and casement windows can be made of high-efficiency double- or triple-pane glass, making them extremely energy efficient. In addition, both styles are relatively easy

Crucial Ways to Burglar-Proof Your Windows

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Your home is your safe haven, the place where you can feel most at peace. So if you have experienced a robbery or home invasion, you know that you lose more than just your cash, jewelry, or electronics - you lose your sense of security.    There are approximately 2.5 million burglaries in the United States each year, which means three home invasions every minute. So how can you insulate yourself from a home invasion and burglar-proof your windows?   Window Maintenance  Start by making sure your windows are functioning properly. Cracks in the window frame or glass are invitations to burglars to pop in. Keeping up on maintaining your windows will not only deter thieves but also save you money on your energy bills.   Eliminate Entry Options Avoid giving intruders an easy path into your home by checking the exterior of your home. You create perfect hiding places for burglars if you have overgrown trees outside your windows. Cut back your bushes or even consider planting thorny shrubs outsi