Posts Categorized: Window
Window Safety Tips for Your Home and Family
In April, many of us start opening up the windows to let the fresh air inside and enjoy the beautiful spring weather. At this time, it’s a good idea to refresh your memory about window safety so that everyone in your household can celebrate the season without being at risk of injury. For the National…
Your Guide to Awning Windows
Of the many types of windows that exist in homes today, awning windows stand out because of their simplicity and high performance. Awning style windows work wonderfully in certain places of a home and also with many types of interior design themes. To help you get to know this kind of window a bit better,…
Your Guide to European Windows
European windows are popular all around the world, but the term “European windows” means different things to different people. For example, there are specific European styles of windows, such as ones with tilt and turn operation. There are also European-quality windows, meaning that the windows adhere to Europe-specific standards. And then there are European-made windows, which simply means that the windows…
Your Guide to Bay and Bow Windows
There are many different styles of windows that you can choose for your home, but among the most unique and architecturally stunning types are bay and bow windows. These are ideal styles of windows to give your house a custom look and create enjoyable functionality that really makes your home special. To help you understand these windows a bit better, here is…
Color and Finish Trends for Windows and Doors to Embrace in 2021
With every new year comes a new opportunity to renew yourself, update your look, and refresh your home too. Designers are excited for 2021 because of all of the emerging trends that promise to make spending time at home more enjoyable. Here at AVI, there are lots of things we are looking forward to in…
Double Hung vs. Casement Windows: Which One Is Right for You?
As your local window experts in the Southeast, we can attest to the fact that the most popular styles of windows are double hung windows and casement windows. Both window types have their pros and cons, but one particular style might work better than the other in your home – aesthetically, functionally, and for your…
Your Guide to Opaque Glass
When considering your next window or door installation or replacement for your home, there are a wide range of factors you’ll want to consider; style, type, material, and aesthetic being critical considerations. A whole other dynamic that also can give your window installation a unique flavor is the consideration of texture and obscurity in the…
Simulated Check Rails
Regarding the diverse range of window options that homeowners have to choose from when considering renovations or replacements, there will always be advantages and disadvantages to each style of window. This plus/minus, function versus aesthetic dynamic, is certainly true when weighing whether a double hung or casement window option is right for your next window…
Your Guide to Tempered Glass
Glass is a consistent component of any household structure. It’s a crucial makeup of our windows, doors, and sometimes even walls and ceilings. Therefore, the type of glass used is often a key factor to consider in many home renovations. When considering a door or window renovation, you’ll definitely need to account for the fact…
Your Guide to Low-E Coatings
There are many factors to consider during any home renovation, and energy and heat loss are important considerations. The very purpose of a home is to protect residents from nature’s elements. When it comes to windows and doors, a homeowner must consider how much heat is being let in from the outside and how much…