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Celebrating the Holidays in New England
New England Christmas looks like something right out of a postcard. The sparkling pine trees, white steeples, and colonial-style homes with candles in the windows create the scene for authentic holiday cheer. Here are some of our favorite traditions in each of our favorite states. Maine Bath, ME – Bath celebrates Christmas all month long during […]
Facts You Should Know About Cold Weather Window Replacement
Winter is often the time that you really notice that your windows are in need of TLC. Drafts begin to come in, heat loss becomes apparent, and signs of aging or rot begin to show. With all of that information, many homeowners believe that they need to hold out until warmer months to get their windows […]
Form and Structure of Double Hung Windows
The versatility and ease of use of double-hung windows make it no surprise that they are the most popular window in the United States. The classic double-hung window works seamlessly with most home styles and is available in many shapes, sizes, colors, and materials. Double-hung windows offer superior ventilation, easy to clean, Ventilation Double-hung windows give […]
Insulating Windows for A New England Winter
Do you have drafty windows? Air leaks are a simple thing to check for (instructions found here.) The most effective solution is to have your old windows replaced but there are some tools you can use in the meantime. Weather Sealing Weather sealing is cheap, effective, and available online or at most hardware stores. The general purpose […]
How to Warm Up a White Kitchen
The amazing thing about a white kitchen is that it is timeless. If you’ve ever painted your kitchen a fad color (ahem..greens, yellows and oranges from the 70’s) you know exactly what we are talking about. The big issue people run into with white kitchens is that they can sometimes feel cold and sterile instead […]
5 Things to Look for When Buying a Home
When in the market for a new home there is more to pay attention to than what is covered in the inspection. After all, to your family, this will be more than just a house, this will become your home. You want to pay attention to the things that will impact your day-to-day experiences. The […]
The Difference Between Bow and Bay Windows
The visual appeal of bow and bay windows instantly boost the value of your home. These windows allow more light into a room than a standard window that is flush against a wall and can usually found in the kitchen or living room. Both Bow and Bay Windows project out of the wall, can improve […]
Winter is often a time for sad window boxes, but it doesn’t have to be! With the right plants, winter window boxes are an easy way to add color and texture to your home and boost your curb appeal. These boxes can be filled with slow-growing evergreens, such as Juniper, Spruce, Boxwood and False Cypress. These […]
No other place in the country can celebrate Halloween quite the way New England can. Our rich history contributes to a host of spooky traditions and events to get you in the Halloween Spirit. Haunted Houses Haunted Houses are an annual tradition for people of all ages that first began in England in 1915. By […]
Hallowindows: Window Treatment Inspiration for Haunted Houses
Trick-or-treating during Halloween evolved from the ancient Celtic tradition of putting out treats and food to placate spirits who roamed the streets at Samhain, a sacred festival that marked the end of the Celtic calendar year. Halloween is believed to have originated some 6,000 years ago! One of our favorite Halloween traditions is to create […]
