How To Shop For Quality Windows
The process of window replacement starts with researching and choosing the right brands. So how can you be sure you will get quality windows? Though it’s tempting to answer come-ons for bargain windows, can you really afford to choose them mainly by price? Windows are an integral, structural part of your house, and if they…
3 Types of Windows & How Are They Different
You don’t necessarily have to replace your windows with the same kind. Learn about three of the most common types of windows. Glider If you have a spot over a kitchen sink, a shower or bath area, or above a bed, a glider can be an excellent choice from the many types of windows available….
5 Advantages Of Ultrex Fiberglass Windows
More and more, fiberglass is an increasingly popular material to use for window replacements in home renovations. The advantages of fiberglass, from its inherent strength and durability, its energy efficiency, and its environmental friendliness, make this material a convincing alternative to other window materials such as vinyl, wood, and aluminum. Marvin’s Ultrex, a low-maintenance thermoset…
New Patio Door Styles And Options
Whether you are replacing your current patio door or adding a new one, AVI’s Marvin Design Gallery is the place to find the largest selection of Marvin patio doors in the Atlanta area. Here’s a sampling of what you can expect to see at AVI. From traditional wood through contemporary low profile fiberglass styles, Marvin’s…
5 Facts About High Performance Windows From Marvin
Marvin Windows and Doors offer more than 150,000 options that are ENERGY STAR rated so you don’t have to limit creativity and style to achieve high performance. Marvin is made to order, so while you’re building in the right efficiency options for your climate and location, you can choose from virtually unlimited combinations of styling…
5 Tips For Purchasing The Best Patio Door
Swinging vs Sliding – Window professionals call the way doors open and close their “operation.” Patio doors have two main types of operation, swinging (on hinges) or sliding (on a track). When choosing between these types of doors, consider the amount of space that’s required to swing a door open. Sliding doors are a great…
Increasing Energy Efficiency With New Windows
If you’re wondering whether new windows can make a difference in the energy efficiency of your home, here are some points to ponder. According to the Window and Door Manufacturers Association, windows that are 20 years or older can make 5.3 tons more greenhouse gases per year than new windows. In fact, new windows are…
Summer Maintenance: What You Need To Know To Keep Up Your Home Windows
While your windows should not require a great deal of maintenance, here are some tips to care for home windows to ensure they stay beautiful, remain intact, and continue opening and closing smoothly. Check to make sure weather stripping is in place and helping form solid contact to keep out air and water. If you…
The Best Window Types To Keep Your House Cool This Summer
With over 150,000 energy-efficient options, Marvin windows and doors are the high quality, energy efficient window of choice. Because they are made to order, you can dial in just the right combination of these options for the Atlanta climate. Because Marvin is engineered and crafted to high standards, windows such as their Ultimate Casement are…
Why Marvin Windows And Doors Are Considered High Performance Products
Made with Energy Efficiency in Mind New windows can reduce your monthly energy bills as much as 15 to 25 percent according to the US Department of Energy, so choosing a high performing brand is key. Marvin windows and doors are an industry leader and trusted by some of the world’s finest architects and builders…