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By Great Lakes Window on Monday, December 14th, 2020 in Window Education, Window Replacements, Window Styles, Windows. No Comments

Awning windows may not carry the same dramatic appeal as a large picture, bay, or bow window, but these horizontally hung windows are an important feature in many homes. Awning windows are functional workhorses, with hinges on top that allow for outward opening. They provide protection from the elements, even when wide open, and can…

By Great Lakes Window on Monday, November 2nd, 2020 in tips, Window Buying Process, Window Education, Window Replacements. No Comments

Window and door hardware is a small piece of your overall home design, but it comes with a surprisingly big impact. The hardware you choose affects the look of your home, along with its security and the functionality of your windows and doors. At Great Lakes Window, the beauty and durability of our windows and…

By Great Lakes Window on Wednesday, October 7th, 2020 in casement windows, tips, Window Education, Window Replacements, Windows. No Comments

When windows are operable, like a casement window versus a fixed picture window, homeowners can decide which way the window opens, otherwise known as handing. In a horizontal sliding window, for example, the choice is between the sliding panel facing left, or facing right. Casement windows are a bit different, as they crank or pivot…

By Great Lakes Window on Tuesday, April 21st, 2020 in Window Education. No Comments

At Great Lakes Window, all of our vinyl window sashes and mainframes are fusion welded. That term may be new to you, or perhaps you’ve encountered it while comparing windows. Either way, we’re here to explain exactly what fusion welded windows are. We’ll also share how it ultimately saves you money when you’re investing in…

By Great Lakes Window on Tuesday, December 18th, 2018 in Uncategorized, Window Buying Process, Window Education. No Comments

As 2018 comes to an end, interior designers and window specialists are looking forward to 2019. And they are predicting some of the biggest window trends to hit next year. As a homeowner you may not want to commit fully to a trendy look. But there is certainly inspiration to be found in these upcoming…

By Great Lakes Window on Tuesday, December 11th, 2018 in Home Tips, Window Education. No Comments

Your home is your haven, your place of comfort, and your place of rest and respite. It should be a safe place for you and your family, all the time. Home security problems like burglaries can greatly impact your feelings of safety and security, and it’s something that affects a lot of people, especially around…

By Great Lakes Window on Tuesday, October 16th, 2018 in Uncategorized, Window Education. No Comments

It’s a noisy world we live in. There are more cars and trucks on the road, more planes, trains, more people with things that make noise – lawn mowers, leaf blowers, car stereos, motorcycles, car alarms. Our sleep is disturbed by barking dogs and wailing sirens. It’s not just annoying. Outside noise pollution can be…

By Great Lakes Window on Wednesday, August 8th, 2018 in Garden Windows, Window Education, Window Styles. No Comments

Garden windows protrude from a house sharply, often at a 90-degree angle to create a fully squared shape. These windows are boxed in with a fusion-welded frame that ensures the entire piece is strong, energy efficient, and completely weather resistant. If you are looking for a way to literally extend your home’s reach into the…