2018

Follow these Tips to Secure Your Front Door against Break-ins

The front door to your home plays two critical roles: welcoming guests into your home, and creating a barrier against burglars and other types of forced entry. Most homeowners concentrate so much on the appearance and appeal of the door that they forget the security function. Many break-ins, therefore, happen through the front door because burglars know how vulnerable the doors can be at times and will take advantage when they get a chance.…

Venetian Blinds vs Roller Blinds: Which Ones Will Work Best for You?

Choosing new blinds for your windows isn’t a purchasing decision you should rush. Most people opt for one of the two most popular types: Venetian or roller. Both come with their benefits, and the one you opt for will depend on what’s important to you. How much time do you want to spend cleaning your blinds? When it comes to cleaning, roller blinds win the battle of convenience. You can use a duster or washcloth to make a few quick sweeps, producing excellent results.…

Two tips for keeping your glass bi-fold doors in great condition

If you have glass bi-fold doors in your home, here are two tips that should help you to keep them in excellent condition. Clean the door’s windows regularly If you don’t clean the windows of your bi-fold doors on a regular basis, things like grime, watermarks (from rain showers), fingerprints and dust will accumulate on their surface. This can give the glass a cloudy, dirty appearance, which may be particularly noticeable when direct sunlight shines through the window.…