“We never saw it coming” is all too often what victims of a natural disaster say post-destruction. You don’t need to live in a FEMA-approved flood zone to be a flood victim, or in tornado alley for a twister to consume your home. Even worse, most homeowner’s and renter’s insurance policies don’t cover all (or…
Does your home or workplace have an area where the sun creates a lot of glare and heat gain? If that area is your office or your living room where you spend much of your time, this can be a real challenge. Temperatures can become uncomfortable, TV and computer screens can be obstructed, and you…
Your windows are a big factor in the style and comfort of your home. They let in natural light and affect the way it is distributed through your home. These days, windows are available in a variety of sizes, shapes, and materials. Homeowners and architects are getting creative by incorporating uncommon window styles into their…
More and more organizations are looking to improve energy efficiency within their buildings, but unfortunately, they rarely have the finances to complete these projects. If you’re wondering how to fund your next green building project, consider joining forces with other like-minded institutions in the Billion Dollar Green Challenge. A Revolving Door of Green Funding In…
When shopping for a new home, most of us like to see places with lots of big windows to let in the natural light and allow us to connect with the outdoors. One thing we forget: all that glass gives every passerby a wide-open view into your home– the one place where you expect privacy….
It’s always sad when a bird dies colliding with a clear glass window. This tends to happen fairly often in urban areas and has been known to occur at people’s homes as well, especially during the Spring and Autumn migrations. No one knows exactly how many birds are killed this way, but annual U.S. estimates are in the…
Once the holidays are over and the new year arrives, many of us reevaluate our spending habits. The first things under the microscope are almost always the bills. You can sacrifice a few channels to lower your cable bill, but the utility bills are the real concern. During the Winter, keeping your home warm and…
If you’re a shop owner or a commercial property manager, no matter if you’re in a big city or a small town, graffiti is an issue. Some vandals will put their mark on a wall with spray paint and you can paint over it. But, what happens when they scratch up your windows? Many store…
All it takes is a thin sheet of film to transform just about any plain old window into a creative, stylish element of your home. Today’s options in decorative window film offer an affordable way to brighten up a room while simultaneously creating an inviting ambient light. Decorative film is available in countless styles and…
With such beautiful surroundings here in the Pacific Northwest– the majestic evergreens, mountains and streams– it’s no wonder why we love to have big windows in our homes, and lots of them. Large windows and spectacular views make a beautiful focal point in any home, but they can come with frustrations– and we’re not talking…
