Where I live in Austin there are 24 2 story condo units. according to GLASSWAREad BePRO, our problem is with the CRL Snap in Vinyl Glazing Bead used on aluminum windows between the glass & outer ondoschannel. The condbrownos are 4 to 6 years old. The brown vinyl is deteriating due to heat. It has […]
Do the benefits of composite windows justify the price difference?
Vinyl vs fiberglass or composite replacement windows. We’re really having a tough time deciding who is telling us the truth about the pros and cons of each type of window. Obviously the price difference is incredible. We have a 500k home so we definitely don’t want to cheap out if vinyl is really going to […]
Siding showdown: Hardie compared to your other siding choices
You have choices when siding your home. Even though Tom has endorsed Hardie for over 14 years, it’s wise to know your choices and see which is the best fit for your residing project. So, we compare three options side by side: vinyl, OSB siding and James Hardie Siding. See how each performs.
Vinyl Planking
Tom, I recently came across “Vinyl Planking” at local home improvement center. It seems to have several benefits, including ease of installation and cleaning, over other “wood floor” looking products.
Paintable Wallpaper?
Can you paint vinyl?