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12 Delightful Window Box Ideas for Every Season
By: TessaOnce you add window boxes to your home, it’s common for it to look like something is missing if you decide to tuck them away for the traditional off-seasons. However, every season has something to offer when it comes to window boxes. Luckily, the internet and even neighborhoods around town are rich with delightful window ...
How to Transform Your Home With Windows and Doors
By: Cassie McDowellHow to Transform Your Home With Windows and Doors When a reputable company, such as Marvin, asks to interview you for their blog, you say YES! See what Marvin has to say and why the correct windows and doors are huge for curb appeal. Two sisters are helping homeowners transform their current house into the ...
Window Coverings: Yes, We Can See Them From Your Home’s Exterior
By: Cassie McDowellWindow coverings: Yes, we can see them from your home’s exterior, which is why they are extremely important for curb appeal! Windows… at brick&batten, we receive questions everyday about window style as well as window coverings. Windows are a huge part of your street presence. If your windows are in need of repair, or incorrect ...
What’s the Difference Between Muntin vs. Mullion?
By: TessaMuntin and mullion: No, these aren’t culinary or scientific terms. They are architectural jargon. As a homeowner, it’s important to understand the differences between muntin vs. mullion, especially if you’re tackling an exterior design project. Both of these exterior elements are part of window and door systems, but they are quite different from one another, ...
Window Grilles: What Pattern Suits My Home’s Style?
By: Cassie McDowellWindow Grilles are the checkerboard pieces that divide the glass in your window. Some people refer to window grilles as muntins, grids, and mullions. Choosing a window style that suits your architecture and purpose is hugely important; however, equally important is the grille chosen to separate the glass. Windows are considered the eyes of your ...
Window and Door Designs to Match Your Home
By: Cassie McDowellWith the McMansion trend coming to a screeching halt, our brick&batten designers are swarmed with questions about how to match the right window and door styles to their home. To match correctly, it requires a bit of knowledge about your home’s style, trends, likes and dislikes. That said, your doors and windows are essential to the ...
What Is Mid-Century Modern Architecture Anyway?
By: Cassie McDowellWhat is Mid-Century Modern architecture anyway? Also known as Mid Mod, this architecture is one that evokes a feeling of openness, simple lines, and one with nature. Built from the 1940’s to 1960’s, mid-century modern homes are becoming increasingly popular again and going for high market value. What features define mid-century homes? No. 1. ...
House Exterior Fails and Fixes
By: Cassie McDowellHave you fallen victim to these simple house exterior fails? Maybe it’s too much House Beautiful or wine with the neighbor… Whatever the reason, you’re smarter than that! Take a step back. Evaluate. And let’s get to work on fixing these house fails with simple changes. House Fail #1: If it doesn’t fit, don’t wear ...
6 Simple Solutions for Small Exterior Windows
By: Cassie McDowell6 Simple Solutions for Small Exterior Windows Small exterior windows can be a thing… one that’s tricky to deal with. The windows look fine from the inside; however on the outside they appear way too small. We have come up with 6 simple solutions for small exterior windows. Luckily, this is a fixable problem without ...