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Ideas, guides & inspiration.
Guides to choosing, planning and living with European windows, doors and more.
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Tilt and turn vs casement windows: what is the difference?
Casement and tilt and turn windows both swing on side hinges. One opens out with a crank, the other opens in and also tilts. Here is how they compare.
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Tilt and turn vs double-hung windows: which is right for your home?
How tilt and turn and double-hung windows open, seal, lock and clean, what each costs you in daily use, and when each one makes sense.
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Tilt and turn vs sliding windows: how to choose
Sliding windows open sideways in their frame, tilt and turn windows open into the room. How they compare on air, sealing, cleaning and space.
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Choosing European windows for your home
Tilt and turn or double-hung, uPVC or aluminum, double or triple glazing: what to compare when choosing European windows, and what to ask.
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Glass or metal stair railings?
Glass panels or metal balusters for your stair? How the two compare on light, safety, maintenance and style, and what building codes usually ask for.
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Planning your outdoor living space
Pergola, sunroom or a wall of sliding glass? A practical guide to planning an outdoor living space that connects to your home and works in every season.