Tag: Window
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Maximizing Home Security: Why Window Contacts Matter in Alarms
Home security is a critical concern for homeowners today, as the risk of break-ins and property damage continues to rise. With the advancement of technology, home security systems have become more sophisticated, offering various ways to protect your home and family. One such technology is the use of alarm window contacts, which play a crucial…
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Best Window Styles for Boulder’s Mountain Climate
Did you think whether any type of window you’ve chosen affects how warm or cool your home feels? People who live in Boulder may be surprised by the mountain weather, which can include hot summers, strong winds, cold winters, and sudden weather changes, all of which are a part of life. T his is why…
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FGIA Updates Thermal Stress Guidelines for Window Glass
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has updated guidelines relating to thermal stress considerations for window glass products used in residential and commercial building envelope projects. IGMA TM-1500-25, Guidelines to Reduce Instances of Thermal Stress, is now available for purchase in the FGIA online store. This document was last updated in 2014. The purpose of IGMA…
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How to Maintain and Clean Different Types of Window Treatments
Window treatments are an essential part of any home, providing privacy, controlling light, and adding to the overall aesthetic of a space. However, they can accumulate dust, dirt, and allergens over time, which can affect their appearance and functionality. Proper maintenance and regular cleaning are key to ensuring that shutters, blinds, and roller shades stay…
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6 loft conversion window ideas to add natural light
A loft conversion can turn a cobwebbed-filled storage area stacked with old Christmas decs, bulky suitcases and forgotten schoolbooks into a penthouse-style master suite or spacious home office. Choosing the right windows to bring natural light into this previously gloomy gap between the top floor and the roof, can be crucial to how successfully it…
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What is an Awning Window?
Choosing the right windows for your home can feel like a big decision. Among the many options available, Trend Windows is a great resource to explore different styles and materials available. awning windows stand out for their unique design and practicality. But what exactly is an awning window, and why are so many people turning…
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2-Ingredient Homemade Window Cleaner | Young House Love
We started using a homemade window cleaner last year and immediately regretted not switching sooner. Not only is it cheaper than storebought stuff like Windex, it also cleans better and without streaks! Plus, it only takes 2 ingredients (although more can be added). So grab an empty spray bottle and come see the light with…
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NEXT Energy Technologies Delivers Solar Prototype Window Wall to Walters & Wolf
NEXT Energy Technologies, Inc. makes a proprietary transparent photovoltaic (PV) coating that transforms commercial windows into energy-producing solar panels. The company announced the demonstration of a PC Prototype Window Wall at the headquarters of its manufacturing and glazing partner Walters & Wolf in Fremont, CA. The wall is a collaboration between NEXT, Walters & Wolf,…
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Photovoltaic Window Developer NEXT Energy Technologies Closes Series C Funding
NEXT Energy Technologies, Inc., makers of a proprietary transparent photovoltaic coating that transforms commercial windows into energy-producing solar panels, announced today that it has raised $13.4 million in a Series C round of funding. Lead investors in the round include Alon Blue Square Israel, Ltd., GEAR Innovation Network, and Viracon, a leading architectural glass fabricator.…
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A Portable Robot That Will Shake the Window Cleaning Industry
A Finnish startup wants to automate the way we clean and care for our building facades. Its compact robot is taking the world by the storm. “Back in 2016, I was painting a cow stable and cleaning its sheet metal roof. It was pretty tough work, balancing on a ladder. I almost had an accident…