Posts in Category: Home Renovation Tips

With so many great options on the market today for window coverings, it can be very difficult to decide what to put up in a room. You could choose drapes, shades, blinds, café curtains or even shutters. If you have a good friend or relative to help with this project, it can go more smoothly. Sometimes, it really helps to ask someone what they think of a color or style. Turn the project into a fun time of bonding with someone you care about.

Would you like to replace your windows this winter? Concerned about your home being opened up to the cold during the installation process? If you’re getting Stanek Windows, you don’t need to be worried. Our special winter window installation process minimizes the heat loss in your home during the installation of your new windows. Whether you are getting one window replaced or an entire houseful, the experts installing your Stanek Windows have your comfort in mind every step of the way.

The cool air and comfort of autumn is quickly being erased with winter weather. The cold weather means waking up for work every morning and leaving your car running for ten minutes on high heat before driving. These temperatures are also hard on the home and can damage the budget with high heating costs. But, there are ways to prevent the harsh winter blasts.  These steps take some time, but after they are completed you will see amazing result and your home will become more energy efficient.

Everyone’s talking about going green; from large industrial plants to those in a one-person apartment. Americans have realized the importance of clean air and fresh water and there are many ways that companies and families are going green. In this blog post, we will go over a variety of really simple things you can do right now to help save our environment.  If you decide to try a few of these ideas, be sure to include those around you so they can also learn about recycling and saving the environment.

If you’re replacing the old windows in your house with new ones, don’t throw them out. Instead, use them to create unique focal pieces for any room in your home.

Repurposed windows can be turned into wall art that touts a special quote, photograph frames that showcase your family, unique jewelry organizers for your accessories, or, for those who are handy with a hammer and nails, a piece of furniture. 

Have you ever heard the saying, "If a tree falls in the woods and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?”  The answer to this debated question is yes.

The same holds true for water damage. Unfortunately, water damage to a home often goes unseen by the homeowner. The sign of any destruction is usually hidden by siding or exterior cladding, but underneath there can be serious damage occurring.

If you are looking for a fun way to refresh your home, you may be considering painting an exterior door. Your front door plays a key role in the curb appeal of your property and, with the right paint job, you can make your home even more welcoming.

Painting an exterior door is a little different than painting the internal portions of your home. External doors are exposed to weather conditions and dirt that can challenge the durability of the door itself. In order to appropriately address the demands placed upon your door, you’ll need use the proper paint so your hard work will hold up.

Summer is here! That means the number of outside activities is going to increase at a fever pitch. That also means your home will be exposed to family and friends, whereas in the winter it was tucked away. Now your home is about to become a meeting place for going to the beach, planning picnics or hosting that company barbecue. You want it to be as inviting as possible.

While many people reach for paper towels and window cleaner when their view to the outside world becomes obstructed by dirt and grime, the process of squirting solution onto the pane and wiping it away usually results in simply moving the dirt particles from one part of the window to another. In order to get your windows really clean, you need to lift the dirt away, not just relocate it. 

We’ve all had to deal with a broken window at some point in our lives. If you are good with DIY home repairs, then replacing broken window glass won’t be a problem. But be careful, it can be dangerous to work with broken glass, so be sure to wear goggles and work gloves to protect your eyes and hands. Make sure to wear long sleeves, pants and shoes in order to keep your skin safe from nicks and cuts.