Archive for March, 2010
Saturday, March 20th, 2010
Johnathan Gerber asked:
Speak any home-decorating expert on his or her choice of patio window treatments and you will get an informed, eloquent opinion on the advantages and downsides of his top choice. Speak to the next guy, and you’ll hear something completely different. The point is that the debate has been going for years and, as of yet, there is no conclusion that has been reached. To be honest - there never will be!! Beauty, as they say, is in the eye of the beholder.
Some decorators prefer patio door blinds, whilst other prefers the elegance that patio door curtains and drapes offer. No matter which side of the fence you find yourself one, one thing is certain – you are probably passionate about your choice.
Patio door drapes are a great choice as a window treatment. Drapes have a uniquely classical feel to it, which will boost the decorative theme that you wish to create. It provides you, the homeowner, the opportunity to instil a sense character and individualism into the room, whilst maintaining an elegant touch. To create a more dramatic effect, many decorators style the drapes in certain way, e.g. tied at the sides, tied on one side, etc. Therefore by simply installing a small hook, you can radically change the look and feel of a room
Patio door curtains come in a multitude of colours and different materials. The variety of textiles is perhaps the biggest reason why patio door curtains are so very popular. These curtains are also relatively cheap which means it has a high level of flexibility as many homeowners will switch between different colours and materials easily without incurring any great cost.
Patio door curtains and drapes also offer great insulation and privacy. When your guests have left, chances are you want some privacy from the outside world. The door drapes close easily, providing just that!
Curtains area also great for keeping the cold outside where it belongs. This will help you save on any unnecessary energy costs to heat up your indoors.
All things considered, there are an awful lot of reasons to purchase drapes and curtains. Ultimately the decision will be based on your personal preference, your available budget and a host of other factors. You can be certain however that a choice for patio door drapes or curtains is almost always a decorative winner.
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Speak any home-decorating expert on his or her choice of patio window treatments and you will get an informed, eloquent opinion on the advantages and downsides of his top choice. Speak to the next guy, and you’ll hear something completely different. The point is that the debate has been going for years and, as of yet, there is no conclusion that has been reached. To be honest - there never will be!! Beauty, as they say, is in the eye of the beholder.
Some decorators prefer patio door blinds, whilst other prefers the elegance that patio door curtains and drapes offer. No matter which side of the fence you find yourself one, one thing is certain – you are probably passionate about your choice.
Patio door drapes are a great choice as a window treatment. Drapes have a uniquely classical feel to it, which will boost the decorative theme that you wish to create. It provides you, the homeowner, the opportunity to instil a sense character and individualism into the room, whilst maintaining an elegant touch. To create a more dramatic effect, many decorators style the drapes in certain way, e.g. tied at the sides, tied on one side, etc. Therefore by simply installing a small hook, you can radically change the look and feel of a room
Patio door curtains come in a multitude of colours and different materials. The variety of textiles is perhaps the biggest reason why patio door curtains are so very popular. These curtains are also relatively cheap which means it has a high level of flexibility as many homeowners will switch between different colours and materials easily without incurring any great cost.
Patio door curtains and drapes also offer great insulation and privacy. When your guests have left, chances are you want some privacy from the outside world. The door drapes close easily, providing just that!
Curtains area also great for keeping the cold outside where it belongs. This will help you save on any unnecessary energy costs to heat up your indoors.
All things considered, there are an awful lot of reasons to purchase drapes and curtains. Ultimately the decision will be based on your personal preference, your available budget and a host of other factors. You can be certain however that a choice for patio door drapes or curtains is almost always a decorative winner.
Fenwick Fishing Rods
what type of moulding should be used after installing a new patio door on a house with aluminum siding?
Wednesday, March 17th, 2010ted asked:
I am wondering if I should use brickmould against the aluminum siding or should I use vinyl J-channel to finish my project.
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I am wondering if I should use brickmould against the aluminum siding or should I use vinyl J-channel to finish my project.
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Thursday, March 11th, 2010
Amy E Nutt asked:
Patio doors were originally created to replace French doors, offering an uninterrupted view of the natural daylight coming into the house, and providing easy access to the outdoors. As a result, patio doors are still hugely popular and due to demand, have become somewhat more elaborate over the years. However, they were not completely able to replace French doors; whereas the style and design of a French door is still seen as a classic and timeless look. However, the two are able co-exist on the market, benefiting the home-owner who has a choice of door options to consider.
At one point, a patio door was not a very secure entryway and easily accessible from the outside. Over time improvements have been made so now this is not as great an issue as it previously had been. There is also another issue of safety because the door, being a solid sheet of glass, is often seen as being open when it is actually not. To help remedy possible injuries, safety glass is now used to prevent people, especially children, from running headlong into the closed doors and getting severe lacerations.
When it comes to being energy efficient, patio doors perform very well. They are made with a series of brushes and seals which adhere to very stringent building code regulations. Producing the vinyl for door and window frames requires three times less energy to produce than manufacturing aluminum, thus making this product not only more cost effective, but also environmentally /energy friendly. To put this in perspective, it saves enough energy to heat almost 20, 000 single swelling family homes a year.
Most patio doors are made from vinyl or metal frames. The vinyl frames are made with up to 80% vinyl resin and then the remaining 20 % can be made up from various additives such as stabilizers to help prevent cracking and peeling. Pigments are also added to add the desired color as well to help create UV protection. Other additives help in preventing damage done during the shipping process.
Once the vinyl compound has been made, the chemical additives are locked in. Then, the resulting material is softened and forced through a die creating the unique shape that will eventually become the frame. These extruded pieces are shipped on pallets to the window / door fabricator where they are cut to the specified lengths and dimensions required to make the patio door.
After machines have cut the components to be assembled, the frames are often fusion welded together to form air tight and water tight seals at the corners. The installation of locks, keepers, balances, weather stripping, and finally the glass, are completed and the process is sent to quality control where the work is checked for air tightness, water tightness, and for any possible damages done to the frame or glass during assembly.
The use of vinyl frames for your patio door and windows helps your glass door maintain an even temperature so that there are limited condensation and humidity differences in the home. The quality of the air in the household is also greatly improved because glass doors mean less electricity is needed to heat and light the house. Lastly, an additional environmental bonus is the elimination of paint, stains, strippers, thinners which are not needed to maintain the patio doors appearance and function; saving the environment from harmful odors, chemical disposal, as well as leaving the home owner with free time to enjoy the view.
Patio doors are a great addition to any home and they can even increase the value of the home.
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Patio doors were originally created to replace French doors, offering an uninterrupted view of the natural daylight coming into the house, and providing easy access to the outdoors. As a result, patio doors are still hugely popular and due to demand, have become somewhat more elaborate over the years. However, they were not completely able to replace French doors; whereas the style and design of a French door is still seen as a classic and timeless look. However, the two are able co-exist on the market, benefiting the home-owner who has a choice of door options to consider.
At one point, a patio door was not a very secure entryway and easily accessible from the outside. Over time improvements have been made so now this is not as great an issue as it previously had been. There is also another issue of safety because the door, being a solid sheet of glass, is often seen as being open when it is actually not. To help remedy possible injuries, safety glass is now used to prevent people, especially children, from running headlong into the closed doors and getting severe lacerations.
When it comes to being energy efficient, patio doors perform very well. They are made with a series of brushes and seals which adhere to very stringent building code regulations. Producing the vinyl for door and window frames requires three times less energy to produce than manufacturing aluminum, thus making this product not only more cost effective, but also environmentally /energy friendly. To put this in perspective, it saves enough energy to heat almost 20, 000 single swelling family homes a year.
Most patio doors are made from vinyl or metal frames. The vinyl frames are made with up to 80% vinyl resin and then the remaining 20 % can be made up from various additives such as stabilizers to help prevent cracking and peeling. Pigments are also added to add the desired color as well to help create UV protection. Other additives help in preventing damage done during the shipping process.
Once the vinyl compound has been made, the chemical additives are locked in. Then, the resulting material is softened and forced through a die creating the unique shape that will eventually become the frame. These extruded pieces are shipped on pallets to the window / door fabricator where they are cut to the specified lengths and dimensions required to make the patio door.
After machines have cut the components to be assembled, the frames are often fusion welded together to form air tight and water tight seals at the corners. The installation of locks, keepers, balances, weather stripping, and finally the glass, are completed and the process is sent to quality control where the work is checked for air tightness, water tightness, and for any possible damages done to the frame or glass during assembly.
The use of vinyl frames for your patio door and windows helps your glass door maintain an even temperature so that there are limited condensation and humidity differences in the home. The quality of the air in the household is also greatly improved because glass doors mean less electricity is needed to heat and light the house. Lastly, an additional environmental bonus is the elimination of paint, stains, strippers, thinners which are not needed to maintain the patio doors appearance and function; saving the environment from harmful odors, chemical disposal, as well as leaving the home owner with free time to enjoy the view.
Patio doors are a great addition to any home and they can even increase the value of the home.
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Tasteful ideas for covering an iron gate patio door so the neighbors can’t see in?
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010Nicolleta asked:
We have a private patio in our condo but the entrance to the patio has a barred iron gate that everyone can see through when they walk by. (The rest of the patio is surrounded by a tall solid wooden fence) I want to make it more private by covering the gate with something. It needs to look nice though. Ideas?
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We have a private patio in our condo but the entrance to the patio has a barred iron gate that everyone can see through when they walk by. (The rest of the patio is surrounded by a tall solid wooden fence) I want to make it more private by covering the gate with something. It needs to look nice though. Ideas?
Paint Stick
how do i get my patio door to lock?
Saturday, March 6th, 2010Red asked:
I unlocked my patio door to go outside for a second and when i went to set the deadbolt it jammed. it will come out maybe an eighth of an inch and then it just is stuck. is there anything i can do to remedy this? i would really appreciate some answers. i would hate to have to replace the handles as they are gorgeous and took me forever to find. please. i would greatly appreciate your advice.
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I unlocked my patio door to go outside for a second and when i went to set the deadbolt it jammed. it will come out maybe an eighth of an inch and then it just is stuck. is there anything i can do to remedy this? i would really appreciate some answers. i would hate to have to replace the handles as they are gorgeous and took me forever to find. please. i would greatly appreciate your advice.
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