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Creating a Welcoming Entryway: Tips and Ideas

A welcoming entryway comes down to three things working together: a front door that suits the house, lighting that makes the entrance easy to find and pleasant to approach, and...

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Why Sunesta Is the Best Choice for Rainy Days

If you want an awning for rainy days, a Sunesta retractable awning is a strong choice. It extends over your deck or patio in moments, keeps guests and furniture dry...

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Cleaning and Care Tips for Our Vinyl Replacement Windows

If you are wondering how to clean vinyl windows, the short answer is mild soap, water and a soft cloth. Vinyl does not rot, peel or rust, so it needs...

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Top 5 Patio Trends for a More Usable Outdoor Space

Patios have become real extensions of the home, used for cooking, relaxing, entertaining and even working. The patio trends with staying power all have one thing in common: they make...

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Balancing Utility and Historical Feel in Colonial Home Refurbishment

A successful Colonial home renovation keeps the symmetry and traditional details that define the style while quietly upgrading comfort, durability and energy performance. The windows and doors matter most, because...

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Home Window Upgrades: Better Curb Appeal and Lower Utility Bills

Of all the home window upgrades you can make, replacing worn-out units with new vinyl windows usually does the most. New windows change how your house looks from the street,...

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The Ultimate Outdoor Luxury: The Magic of Retractable Patio Covers

Retractable patio covers give you shade and shelter when you want them and open sky when you do not. You extend the cover on a hot or drizzly day and...

Side-by-side comparison of a white storm door and a black entry door

To Storm Door or Not to Storm Door: Navigating the Best Decision for Your Home

Do you need a storm door? For most Connecticut homes the answer is yes, if you want fewer drafts, a front door that lasts longer, more daylight and fresh air,...

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Maximizing Home Value: The Benefits of Covered Patios

The main covered patio benefits are simple: you get shade and rain protection, more usable living space, and an outdoor area that makes your home more attractive to buyers. For...