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  • Today's divided lites are purely decorativeTop Trends For 2007: Number 1 - Deja Vu Design: JELD-WEN Predicts Style Resurge For 2007
  • ebuild (4/16/2007)
  • Homeowners on the hunt for fresh styles are in for more than a little déja vu, as classic looks make a comeback and even new designs cannot hide their historic roots. Carriage house garage doors, Dutch doors and vinyl windows that echo traditional East Coast styles are just a few of the home design products poised for mass appeal in 2007, according to JELD-WEN, the world's leading manufacturer of reliable windows and doors.
  • JELD-WEN IWP Exterior Folding Door SystemTop Trends for 2007: Number 2 - Going For High-Impact
  • ebuild (4/16/2007)
  • According to many real estate experts, buyers generally select town first, neighborhood second and house third - meaning a good number of buyers opt for homes that are in their desired neighborhoods, but don't necessarily include everything on their wish lists. These buyers, who love the neighborhood but hate the house, ultimately embark on remodeling projects that transform their houses to meet their needs over time. By all accounts, remodeling is expected to boom in 2007.
  • PANES AND FRAMES ; Windows Aren't Just About Glass and Wood Anymore
  • Albuquerque Journal (4/15/2007)
  • Albuquerque television producer Paul Evans couldn't be happier that he decided to have all the windows replaced in his 50-yearold home right before the big winter storms in December. Evans opted for double-pane glass in vinyl frames. The cost of replacing the average-size slider household window measuring 4 feet by 4 feet is anywhere from $300 to $500 depending on the kind of glass and frame selected, says Tim Baca, owner of Enchantment Windows LLC in Albuquerque.
  • There is no safety substitute for responsible adult supervision around childrenWindow safety tips
  • ebuild (4/13/2007)
  • To help raise safety awareness, Pella Corporation has partnered with the National Safety Council, through its Window Safety Task Force, and others in the window and door industry to communicate to consumers about the importance of proper installation, function and use of windows in a home or building.
  • Smart window safety practices help keep children saferSmart window safety practices help keep children safer
  • ebuild (4/13/2007)
  • Every year hospitals see an increase in window fall injuries during the spring and summer months. In 2006, nearly 5,000 U.S. children were treated in hospital emergency departments for injuries sustained from falling out windows, according to the Safe Kids Worldwide campaign. That's why Pella Corporation has partnered with the National Safety Council, through its Window Safety Task Force, to help raise awareness of window safety, planning and prevention during National Safety Week April 22-28.
  • Many JELD-WEN Premium Fiberglass doors are ENERGY STAR qualified.Results are in: Homeowners tell all in new JELD-WEN survey
  • ebuild (4/12/2007)
  • Homeowners are turning their attention toward improving overall energy efficiency and boosting their homes' curb appeal, according to a recent home improvement study commissioned by JELD-WEN, a leading manufacturer of reliable windows and doors. Many JELD-WEN Premium Fiberglass doors are ENERGY STAR qualified. The new Perfect Home Survey is an inside look at current homeowner attitudes toward their houses, remodeling activity, and windows and doors. Independent research firm Knowledge Wave International conducted the nationwide online study on behalf of JELD-WEN.
  • 50 Days to Hurricane Season: 5 Ways to Protect Your Home
  • U.S. Newswire (4/12/2007)
  • The most important thing you can do to improve the chance your home will survive a hurricane is to protect all windows and doors. Keeping shingles attached is critical to protecting your house. If they come up without much effort (older shingles become brittle and may crack when bent too much), secure them with three one-inch dabs of roofing cement under each tab.
  • DLX15 Tubular Skylight
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/11/2007)
  • DayLite. The DLX15 tubular skylight illuminates up to 150 square feet, while the DLX30 illuminates up to 300 square feet. The DLX30 has a 12-inch double dome on the roof, providing complete isolation from external weather conditions. The dome's "fly-eye" lens and lower diffuser lens are multi-faceted prismatic moldings that trap a second layer of air for additional insulation. 888-329-5483.
  • Sun Tunnel Skylights
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/11/2007)
  • Velux. Sun Tunnel skylights are available with pitched flashings that gather light from all directions, or low-profile flashings that bend to the roof line. The skylights are also available with flexible tubes that make installation easier, or rigid tubes that provide brighter, whiter light. The one-piece flashing uses corrosion-resistant metal and has a scratch-resistant coating. 800-888-3589.

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