Window Cleaning

IT'S SPRING!

Spring is here, and that means Spring Cleaning.  Most people have had there windows closed tight through out the winter months.  Now that the weather is nice again, open those windows and give them a good cleaning.

According to this article from TLC, you should clean your windows at least twice a year.  Since we don't clean the windows that often, you might need a refresher course on the best way to clean your windows.

So here you go!
http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/home/how-to-clean-windows.htm

Samsung Smart Window

Check out Samsung's smart window in the video below.  Is this the window of the future?

Basically this window is one way glass that allows you to use your window like a large iPad.  There are many different widgets, or apps, available.  You can surf the web while you enjoy the view.  Since the glass works like a one way mirror, no one would be able to look inside or see what you are doing on the window.

The blinds feature is really neat, too.  It allows you to close the "blinds" on the window, and block out all light coming in.

Samsung hopes to have the window available to consumers by the end of the year.  So far, there is no retail price available.

What do you think?

 

Window Styles

Are you looking into replacing the windows in your home? 

There are many different types of style choices to make when purchasing new windows.  Some of the decisions you make will determine the color of your windows, the opening style, grid patterns, and much more.  If you're like most consumers, you like to do some research before making such a big decision.  Doorandwindow.com has a section that discusses the many different styles and helps you determine what will be best for your home and your personal style.

You can also visit mcdanielwd.com if you would like to see the brands of windows that we carry and the many different options we offer.  Don't forget to visit our showroom in downtown Florence, AL!  Our sales staff would love to show you are display windows and help with your hands-on research.

For a FREE in-home consultation, just call 256.767.2568.  We service all of north Alabama as well as northeast Mississippi and southern Middle Tennessee.

Passvie House Concept

A new type of house is on the rise.  It's called a passive house, and it reduces energy use by up to 90%!  "A Passive House is a very well-insulated, virtually air-tight building that is primarily heated by passive solar gain and by internal gains from people, electrical equipment, etc."  This type of house design has been very popular, and has recently been introduced in the U.S.



Check out this slide show about a "passive house."
http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2010/09/26/business/energy-environment/Passive.html?ref=energyefficiency

References:
http://www.passivehouse.us/passiveHouse/PassiveHouseInfo.html