From stately Georgian homes to log cabin residences in the woods, Baltimore, Maryland offers an array of architectural options when it comes to homes. Since these architectural designs vary, knowing which type of replacement window best matches the style of your home can be difficult.

If there’s one thing you’ve likely learned while living in Albany during the crazy winter of 2014, it is this: Your windows are helping to protect your home from the bitter elements outside, or they really need to be replaced before next year’s storms.

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.

Vertical blinds offer home owners privacy from the outside, while allowing for easy light control options. Verticals are perfect for use on an enclosed patio, as they block UV rays and can cover the length of the windows.

We have a flurry of holidays just around the corner! Of course, everyone dresses up the windows and doors during Christmas and Valentine’s Day, but what about all the other holidays throughout the year? There’s at least one holiday every month, so why not take advantage of the festive spirit and adorn your windows and doors?

Most windows open up your view to the world, but they can also make your home an easy target for intruders. Most home burglaries occur through forcible entry, and in the warmer weather months, windows are the most popular means for entrance.

So you’re taking the plunge and replacing your home windows – good decision! Whether you’re trying to reduce your high energy bills, need to update the look of your home, or would like to increase the value, you’ll achieve those three goals.

Do you or one of your family member have limited mobility? This article outlines modifications you can make to the doors and windows in your home, in order to make the space accessible for those who have physical limitations or require mobility equipment to safely get around. 

First impressions are everything. That’s not just in regards to you. It’s also in regards to your home. Often your home’s first impression on anyone will be made when they walk up to your door. Take a look at it and tell me what you see. If it looks rather bland or you notice chipped or tarnished hardware, then it may be time to take action. Not only is changing door hardware easier than most think, it can also change the visual appeal of your home’s whole entrance way. 

Are your entryway doors past their prime? Are they hard to open and close? Are you watching your hard earned money slip away through drafty doors? If you are replacing your old wooden entry doors with new ones soon, there are a number of things that you can do with your old ones. If you prefer to reuse and recycle, you can up-cycle your old doors and make them into a stunning headboard with this how-to.