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When is “Plunger” a Flattering Label for Someone
I’m taking the plunge into the frigid Atlantic waters with about 3,000 other brave compadres in the name of Special Olympics Virginia. Hope to see you there!
Andersen Windows Sustainability & Fibrex Composite Material
Clients have often asked what exactly it means to claim ‘environmentally friendly’, ‘green’ or offer ’sustainability’ when it comes to windows. Here’s a great video from Andersen’s vp of corporate sustainability and quality. Jim Glasnapp is in the Bayport, MN plant interviewing employees and discussing what it means to be sustainable from before the product [...]
What exactly is air infiltration on windows & why isn’t it reported on the NFRC sticker?
Thanks for this great question. It is easy to get confused about this. Air infiltration is when air flows unintentionally into a house through gaps and cracks in the building envelope. In fact, about 30% of your heat loss may come from gaps and cracks around the windows and doors in your home.
Air infiltration, more [...]
Help Earthquake Victims of Haiti in the Most Needed Way
As you all know, Haiti has just experienced one of the worst natural disasters ever seen. There are hundreds of thousands feared dead, and they have no hope of help from their government.
It is only the international relief effort that will give these people hope.
As citizens of this planet and children of God we all [...]
What is the Best Way to Deal with a Failed Seal on a Door Sidelite?
Question: The glass in my front door sidelites has lost it’s seal – very cold in the winter. Can I replace just the glass? The rest of the door and sidelite is in fine shape.
Yes, it is possible and actually quite common to replace the glass in a sidelite.
Since I am not certain what kind [...]

