Bigger, Better Views and a More Inviting Space
The most effective home improvements can enhance not only the functionality of your home but also the comfort and everyday enjoyment of your living spaces. We engineered our WinGuard® Preferred View Sliding Glass Door (SGD770NS) to do all that and a lot more. Featuring narrow interlocks, this new style enhances your view and your home […]
Home Trend Spotlight: A sliding glass door — with less and more
NEW Preferred View Sliding Glass Door (SGD770NS) with narrow interlocks “Less is more” is a major theme of some of today’s most stylish home trends. Not only does a minimalist approach create an understated modern look in any space, it can also put the natural surroundings of your home in sharp, beautiful focus. One exceptional […]
4 Factors That Make Patio Doors More Energy-Efficient
The right kind of glass doors and windows can save the average homeowner around $300 a year on heating or cooling costs. Why? Glass can be the weak links when it comes to inhibiting heat transfer through your home walls. Siding and insulation are both excellent insulators, but single pane glass can lead to higher […]
Energy-Efficiency with Style: All Black Frames in Vinyl
We recently introduced Modern Edge all black frames on select aluminum products, a fresh alternative to traditional white and other muted shades. Now we’re thrilled to announce that we’re extending this in-demand neutral to our vinyl collections. Select styles of PGT WinGuard® and EnergyVue® Vinyl are now available in all black to instantly transform the interiors and exteriors of your […]
Types of Window Glass – Know What You Need
When purchasing new windows, you have multiple options available. One of those is the kind of glass used in your window. By selecting the right types of window glass, you can lower your energy bills, maintain a comfortable indoor temperature, protect your furniture and drapes from fading, and have peace-of-mind during a storm. Let us […]
5 Things to Consider for Your Next Window & Door Upgrade
Buying a “new to you” home is exciting. But there may come a time when you realize you need to purchase new windows and doors. This is an investment, but it’s the ideal time of year to consider tackling this project with a possible tax return in your future or at least start planning for […]
Window Treatments: 4 Considerations for Buying New Ones
Stylish windows and glass doors can fill your home with light and make it feel expansive. Sometimes, homeowners want to add more pizazz or create flexible lighting ambiance to their homes. When starting to think about window treatments, there are a few questions you should ask yourself before you begin shopping. By answering these questions, […]
Window Styles: Part 2- Understanding Window Style Names
In Part 1 of our two-part blog series, “Window Styles: Understanding Window Style Names,” we highlighted single hung windows, double hung windows, and roller windows. In Part 2, you’ll learn how to tell the difference between casement windows, awning windows, picture windows, and architectural windows. By the time you’re done reading this, you’ll be able to: […]
Window Styles: Understanding Window Style Names
If you’re shopping online, visiting a dealer, or even asking your friends about their windows, the terms being used can be confusing. There are a lot of window styles out there, and most of the time, the window names can make things even more complicated. In our two-part blog series, “Window Styles: Understanding Window Style […]
How Much Energy Efficient Windows Can Help You Save
Do leaky windows drive up household energy costs? The answer to that question is a resounding yes.
Why Black is the New Black
In much of home design, black has always been a classic accent. Yet for years, window frames — particularly on the exterior of the home — have often been a standard white, bronze, or other neutral.
New Black Vinyl Launch
This year, black is the new black. Which is why we’re excited to announce a new option for Black Vinyl Exterior frames on all EnergyVue and WinGuard Vinyl products.