As homes across the US face threats from heavy rain, wind, and extreme temperature changes throughout the year, builders and homeowners are focusing on storm preparedness. And in selecting windows for a project, builders and general contractors need to consider relevant window ratings, the materials used to make the window, and the installation techniques.
Successful remodelers are confident optimists by nature. They’re strong leaders, excellent communicators, fair and timely. These traits boost reputations and fuel business, even in uncertain times, like the Great Recession and the pandemic.
Windows can have a dramatic impact on the look and functionality of a home. Finding the right one means evaluating everything from their design to their engineering. However, we know that little of that matters if one key step is not completed properly — installation.
A truly beautiful exterior door is a bold expression of architectural style and the owner’s personality. Typically, the first material that comes to mind is wood. But high-quality, handcrafted fiberglass is equally up to the task, especially in demanding climates. JELD-WEN® IWP® Aurora® fiberglass exterior doors, for example, are virtually indistinguishable from real wood.
Over the years, the traditional Craftsman has evolved, incorporating features of modern styling, especially for its interior layouts. To help you guide the conversation with buyers, dealers, and architects, we wanted to spotlight some of our favorite Modern Craftsman window and door design ideas.
The JELD-WEN research and development (R&D) center in Klamath Falls, Oregon, is our hub for innovation, science, technology, and design testing . This tech center is where we’ve established many of the performance ratings that make our doors and windows stand out and stand up to the elements in different geographic areas. Using 3D design and printing capabilities on-site allows us to test materials and products early in the development process. To ensure our products meet and exceed the demands of real-world conditions before being released, they are tested, refined and put through their paces here. It’s a tried-and-true approach for delivering a total solution. That includes the installation phase, too. Easy-to-follow instructions that everyone can understand are all part of the process behind releasing new and improved products. See how our process comes together. Watch the video below. Learn more about JELD-WEN® windows, exterior doors and interior doors.
For homeowners and builders alike, there have never been so many choices to consider for interior and exterior doors. This once-quiet corner of the home remodeling industry has been transformed into a dynamic, fast-paced category.
In the fourth and final installment of our series on wood windows, we will address how windows can be modified to incorporate products from related industries to improve the performance of very different buildings.
Outdoor living continues to be one of the hottest trends in the residential sector, and that includes remodels. The COVID-19 pandemic has elevated the desire to have private space just beyond your doors. Now, more than ever, with the popularity of year-round outdoor gatherings, indoor-outdoor spaces are a top project.
Builders and homeowners sometimes feel they must choose between new wood windows that look beautiful and replacement windows that can be easily installed. The Siteline® Pocket and Sash Pack product suite make it possible to have both. Installation is easy and the result is a beautiful, clean, finished look.