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Window Options and Deciphering the Label
On January 14, 2020 in Windows by Tricia Pesce Tricia Pesce
There are all sorts of styles and options around when you are buying windows, and then there’s the label with more numbers than an elementary school math test. The numbers are measurements of heat, sunlight blockage, light transmission and air leakage. They allow you to pick the most efficient window from the styles you can chose from. The sales staff at Marling locations can help you navigate your way through styles and efficiency.
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What to know about vinyl windows
On April 30, 2018 in DIY, General, Windows by Lukas Radtke Lukas Radtke
What to know about vinyl windows
Many homeowners building a new home look to vinyl windows for savings and aesthetics – but more and more people renovating are also going with vinyl windows. A recent report shows more vinyl windows are being sold than all other types of windows combined. A sales associate at Marling Lumber and HomeWorks can help you chose the right window for the right area and steer you through the maze of styles and attributes.
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Beware of Improvement in Stages
On February 14, 2017 in Cabinets, Decking, Doors, General, Windows by Kathy Kathy
Beware of Improvement in Stages
Home improvement in stages may not be what you want. If you're thinking about breaking your next home improvement into stages, remember: colors and styles change for all home products, have a plan if an item becomes discontinued, be aware of trends in cabinet colors and styles, and remember, as wood ages, it develops a patina, so add those upper cabinets sooner rather than later.
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Wood vs. Vinyl Windows
On October 30, 2015 in Windows by Tina Lenz-Mandt Tina Lenz-Mandt
Wood vs. Vinyl Windows
Windows come in dozens of styles; however, the two basic categories are wood or vinyl. Both have advantages and disadvantages. Both are energy efficient – the big differences are cost and maintenance.Wood windows look great when they are put in, but they need periodic maintenance to keep up that look, Vinyl windows are cleaned with soap and water and they never require painting or sealing. Wood or vinyl aside, measuring and ordering windows, in general, is complicated. That's why we recommend you get help from professionals like us for picking and measuring your windows.
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