As a designer or builder, you may have a good idea or strong opinion of what window styles and trim make the most sense in your client’s home. When working on a new construction or remodeling project, the window style is one of a thousand decisions you need your client to make. At Davis Window…
Maintaining a connection with nature and its natural beauty is a design trend we can all appreciate. Biophilic design elements have a positive impact on our mood and state of mind. Fortunately, incorporating nature into home designs has never been easier as biophilic trends take hold. Biophilic design uses natural light, decor, air ventilation, humidity,…
You handle window replacements all the time, so you know what to expect. To a homeowner, it’s probably their first time experiencing it, so it’s a big undertaking. It’s important to understand their concerns. They may be worried about cost, quality of the product or installation, the mess it will make. They may fear that…
When you hire a window and door installation company, it can be confusing, frustrating, and scary. Installing replacement windows can be the best money you’ll ever spend on your home, but only if they are installed exactly as they should be. Ideally, you’ll want to find your local Marvin Certified Installing Retailer. When you’re shopping…
If you are in the market for new windows, you will encounter offerings from big box home improvement stores and local dealers. Should you work with a national retailer you know or develop a relationship with a local window expert? Today, we will suggest the top five reasons why doing business with a local business…
Although most of the construction industry was deemed essential through the pandemic, the industry was still disrupted by a broken supply chain, labor shortages, and incomplete orders during much of 2021. However, if the data is any indication, brighter days are ahead for both the construction industry and the consumer. Today, we discuss the biggest…
As energy prices soar across the world, many homeowners struggle to keep pace. Many homes built today have energy-saving features like efficient HVAC systems, automated lighting, and energy-smart appliances. Still, many homeowners find themselves searching for ways to deal with rising energy bills. In most situations, the primary culprit of high energy use is leaking…
When your project calls for new or replacement windows in a home, often the customer is focused on style or budget. If the old windows caused problems, they may be more concerned with quality. As the designer, builder, or remodeler in a position to advise the client, some deeper knowledge of window materials will help…
In the world of window replacement, there’s a lot of technical jargon that’s used, whether in how a product is named or how it’s installed. We’re here to break it down for you. However, having an understanding of the different types of windows and how they’re installed can help when trying to decide if now…
They say “variety is the spice of life” and in the world of windows, there’s a wide range of options available to you. And we’re not just talking about new construction either. There are many different types of windows on the market today that are well suited for remodeling and replacement projects too. Before we…