The Window Source Articles on Windows, Doors, & Vinyl Siding For Your Home
Pumpkin Patches in New England
Pumpkin Patches are a great place to make memories with the entire family during the Fall! Most patches support local farmers, and there are so many uses for pumpkins. Did you know the first Jack-o-Lanterns were not made from pumpkins? Thousands of years ago it was popular to have turnip lanterns that were carved with […]
Window Trend Alert: Japanese Window Treatments
Japanese Curtains add incredible texture and sophistication to a room. They are normally made out of multiple panels of simple cotton or linen fabric. These window treatments pair nicely with wide windows whether they are being used in a minimalist, sophisticated, or contemporary room. Japanese Window treatments add interest to even the most simple color […]
Sometimes we like to post a few inspirational photos on design ideas that we would Pin. Here are a few for you to mull (or drool!) over! Enjoy these New England kitchen layout and designs that we love… notice a trend? They’ve all got beautiful, natural lighting through big, energy efficient windows. […]
Three Simple Tests to Check Your Windows for Air Leaks
It’s time to start preparing our homes for the coming winter season, and that means checking for air leaks in your home windows. This simple chore can boost the energy-efficiency of your home, lower your energy bills and keep your family warm and cozy this winter. 1. Visual Test The most simple way to check […]
Cozy Window Seats We Are Falling For
Oh, the weather outside is frightful But these window seats are so delightful And since we’ve no place to go Let’s look at window inspo, window inspo, window inspo! Can we put everything in this picture on our Christmas wishlist? Putting a window seat so close to the fire with a reading light above creates […]
Did you know that birds cannot see windows? Instead, they see reflections of their known landscape and fly right into them. It’s no small number, in fact, based on 23 scientific studies, it is estimated that between 265 and 988 million birds die from building collisions in the United States every year. Pay special attention […]
Realtor Tricks: Boost Curb Appeal with Clean Windows
Ready to put your home on the market? Have a home on the market that isn’t selling? Want to get the most return on investment for your home? Then it’s time you learn this trick. Have your beautiful energy efficient windows professionally cleaned. Oh yes, cleaning your windows will indeed boost your curb appeal overnight! […]
Studying By A Window Can Give Kids An Academic Edge
From preschool through college, multiple studies have revealed students learn significantly better in naturally lit environments. Architects once scaled back window sizes to reduce distractions in the classroom. Now, they are planning and building substantially larger windows. These windows have been statistically proven to help students succeed in the classroom. A study by the Heschong […]
Interior Design: Natural Window Light & Breaking The Rules
When you think about what to paint the walls of a small apartment, you probably aren’t thinking about painting the room black. A chic black room that is serving the purpose of both bedroom and living area? How could that possibly work? We’ll tell you how it works. Natural lighting. If you’ve got the right windows […]
Window Safety: How to Childproof Your Windows
The recent tragedy in Foster City brings up a topic that no one really wants to think about, according to Safe Kids Worldwide, over 3,000 injuries are reported annually that are caused by falls from windows of children that are younger than. Sadly, the report also indicates that window safety is not at the forefront of parent’s minds […]
