April Fun Facts
“When in April the sweet showers fall That pierce March’s drought to the root and all And bathed every vein in liquor that has power To generate therein and sire the flower” –Chaucer in The Canterbury Tales The word April comes from the verb “aperier,” which means to open. Its believed that the word refers […]
What’s the best way to clean your siding?
It is best to clean your siding twice a year, once in the spring and again in the fall. Keeping your siding clean helps to keep your home beautiful for years to come and offers long-lasting protection against environmental pollutants and dirt that can build up and discolor the siding. Spring is a great time […]
Early Crown Glass Windows
We’ve come a long way, baby! Windows have really evolved since we first started covering wall openings with pieces of parchment. Some of the earliest windows were from Crown Glass. When air was blown through a tube into hot, molten glass, this formed a hollow bowl shape. This glass was then reheated and flattened by […]
False Springs Turns Our Focus to the Garden!
When the longer days and warmer temperatures lure us outside to the garden, we start to dream of beautiful spring flowers and fresh summer vegetables. But March can be our snowiest month of the year, so it is best to bide our time and focus on planning and prep work during March’s warmer days. Warm […]
Knock-knock, Who’s There?
Your front door welcomes you home at the end of the day and secures you inside, keeping you safe and warm. Front doors let people in, and the entryway is where you often first greet your guests. Entry doors are traced back to ancient Egypt when wood doors fitted with hinges were placed across entryways. […]