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How to Hang Drapes at the Proper Height

Curtains add style and privacy to your home. Here are the dos and don'ts when it comes to hanging curtains.


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Why You Need to Clean Weep Holes Before Cold Temps

Here’s how to winterize your window's weep holes before the snow hits the ground and makes everything more difficult. We'll...


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Your Guide to Winterizing Everything

From cars, boats and lawn mowers to pools, gutters and grills. Here's how to winterize everything around your home.


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What to Know About Thermal Drapes

When it's time to winterize your home, thermal drapes are a cost- and energy-efficient way to take off the chill.


7 Best Window Well Covers

Wondering which window well covers work best? Learn about some great options for covering your window wells and the specific...


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Homeowner’s Guide to Basement Window Well Covers

Got a window well that needs protection? Learn all about window well covers, how they work and the different options...


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Top 10 Car Window Cleaners

The best car window cleaners boost visibility and protect the glass. Read on for our top 10.


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How to Temporarily Cover a Broken Car Window

Protect your car with a temporary window cover made with tape and a high-density garbage bag that will stand up...

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How to Replace a Window Screen

Get your window screens in shape for summer with this simple screen repair project. We'll walk you through it.


How to Wash Car Windows

Learn how to clean car windows for sparkling clean glass that gives you the best visual clarity, particularly on...


This Easy Trick Will Defrost Your Car Window in Seconds

How to clear off a car window in just a few seconds.


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Repair a Rear Window Defogger With a Rear Defroster Repair Kit

Pick up an inexpensive defogger repair kit and complete the repair in less than 30 minutes.


The Ins and Outs of Working with Liquid Flashing

Liquid flashing has been showing up on more jobsites around the nation. That’s because it works. Liquid flashing costs more...


How To Replace Insulating Glass

Three ways to fix a broken or fogged-up double paned window.


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How to Glaze a Window (Single Pane)

Tighten up drafty old windows with new glazing putty


How to Fix a Double-Hung Window

Complete instructions for how to repair a broken double-hung window.


How To Repair Casement Windows

Don't replace casement windows—repair them!

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How to Install Vinyl Replacement Windows

Save big $$$! Install your own replacement windows. In this article learn about replacing windows.


How to Install Window Blinds

Family room too sunny? Would you like more privacy? Here's how to install window blinds on your own in just...


9 Awesome Ideas for Window Treatments

Window treatments can change the look and feel a room. Whether you're looking for curtains, shades or something in between,...


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How to Install a Window

Two easy ways to pull out old windows and put in new wood or vinyl replacement inserts or double-hung sash...


How to Shorten Blinds

Blinds that are too lengthy look bad and create a safety issue for young children. It's easy to fix this...


How To Fix a Broken Lift Cord on Mini Blinds

Replace old cords easily and quickly before they break.

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How to Plan Egress Windows in Your Home

When fire pounces, do you have a way out?


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Window Washing Tips and Techniques

The fastest way to wash your windows with crystal clear, streak-free results.


Window Regulator Clip Repair Tip

Don't forget to check the clips!


Why Insulated Window Glass Fogs

When insulating glass goes bad.


10 Best Window Cleaning Tools and Supplies

A collection of well-reviewd tools that will make the daunting task of window cleaning easier and more efficient.


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How to Replace a Side Mirror That’s Broken

Crunch doesn't have to mean Ouch! Replace your side view mirror yourself and save money.