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Vinyl Siding, Gardens, And Windows – The Little Things In Home Improvement
If you live in a coastal state, you know what happens when a hurricane warning is issued. People rush to grocery stores for food and home improvement stores for plywood. Plan ahead to beat the rush. First, store enough non-perishable food, water and supplies for two weeks. Then prepare your window and glass protection.
Avoid the rush to nail plywood to window frames by installing special storm panel frames that will be ready to hold the plywood in place. Pre-measure and cut 5/8-inch plywood to fit the frames before a hurricane is on the way. When the hurricane watch is issued, all you’ll have to do is slip the plywood panels into the frames.
Instead of a unified mission or goal, the homemaker is best served by pursuing a series of small adjustments that will lend to the overall appeal of the house. With this thought in mind, homemakers should consider the condition of their gardens, of their windows, and of the vinyl siding on their house.
Awning replacement windows
Choosing awning or double hung types of wood replacement windows is quite important. This is especially true if you are looking for one to use for ventilation. These are really easy to open and close when compared to the others types out there. The reason is that they have a turn-able handle as compared to sliding or lifting.
If you know you won’t have much time to protect your home when a hurricane watch is issued, you may need to spend some more money. Storm windows, screens, and other protective devices are more expensive than plywood, but they can save valuable preparation time when a hurricane watch or warning has been issued.
• Install accordion shutters or roll-down shutters of plywood, aluminum, Plexiglas or steel.
• Large, open entrances to patios and sunrooms can be sealed off with roll-down screens or aluminum slats.
• Replace windows with storm windows that can withstand hurricane-force winds. These windows are made from two panes of glass melded together by a sheet of tinted laminate. Laminated glass doesn’t shatter into shards, it breaks into little pieces held in place by the PVB layer, similar to a windshield.
Storm Window Options
Glass Doctor now carries StormArmor™ Windows from MI Windows and Doors, which meet the strict Miami-Dade County, Fla. building standards. StormArmor™ windows have a 10-year warranty on most parts, frame material and insulated glass panels. These windows also frustrate burglars and reduce outside noise. StormArmor™ windows can be ordered with Low-E glass that qualifies for a federal tax credit of 30 percent of the cost up to $1,500. Plus the outer layer of glass can be NEAT glass that uses the sun’s UV rays to loosen dirt so they can be cleaned with just a spray of water. Now you can protect the environment and your home too.
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