Experts Provide Solutions For Your Everyday Home Q&A

Window Replacement

QWhat are the benefits of natural light and how can windows help?

ALift your spirits with natural light! Studies have shown that increasing the amount of natural light in your home can offer several benefits, such as mood improvement, regulation of sleep-wake cycles, eyesight benefits, vitamin-D production and more. Ultrex® fiberglass windows are eight times stronger than vinyl. This means your windows can have narrower frames, allowing more daylight into your home and bigger views for your family to enjoy.

North Georgia Replacement Windows

Years in Business: 18

Associations: BBB A+ Rated, NARI

770.888.1604 | www.ngwindows.com

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QWhat types of glass do you recommend for a shower door?

AMany of our customers install lighting in their showers to showcase their beautiful new tile or stone. Traditional heavy glass has a slight green tint, which can change the hue of the surface slightly, especially if the tile or marble is white.

Drexler provides low-iron, crystal clear Starphire glass with perfect clarity and no greenish tint! The glass virtually disappears in full-sized vignettes.

Drexler Glass Co.

Years in Business: 67

Associations: NARI, BBB A+ Rated

404.351.4141 www.drexlerglass.com

QHow should I clean fiber cement siding, and how often should I do it?

AI recommend cleaning fiber cement siding once a year or every other year . I would use a 50/50 solution of bleach and water or a solution of 90% water and 10% Simple Green® All-Purpose Cleaner. Soft wash the house. Don’t put a lot of pressure on it. Let the chemicals do the work. I also recommend using a soft bristle brush like you would use on your car to lightly clean the windows, then rinse them with a hose, so there’s no risk of blowing any seals.

Painting Plus

Years in Business: 23

Associations: NKBA, HBA

770.971.1577 www.paintingplus.com

Questions

Garage Doors

QHow can I prepare my garage door for winter?

AMinor issues can be magnified after days of cold weather. Here are four tasks to help keep your garage door safe and reliable through the winter.

1. Inspect and clean the rubber seal strip on the bottom of your door.

2. Make sure the tracks on both sides of the door are clear of sticks and leaves.

3. Make sure the opener and remote batteries have full power.

4. Schedule a garage door tune-up by a trained technician.

Overhead Door Company of Atlanta™

Years in Business: 88

Associations: GAHBA, IDA, BBB A+ Rated 404.872.3667 www.overheaddooratlanta.com

Window Coverings

QWhat is the difference between room darkening and blackout treatments?

ABlackout shades use fabrics that block 100% of all incoming light, while room darkening refers to fabrics that block between 95-99% of light. The best options for total room darkening are shades with blackout fabric and light blocking side channels. Hunter Douglas offers their Duette and Roller shades with this LightLock system. Classic Blinds & Shutters Design Center

Years in Business: 27

Associations: BBB A+ Rated, Best of Houzz (2016-2018)

678.822.0928 www.classicblindsandshutters.com

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