Smart commercial building owners will do whatever they can to reduce the operating costs of their building. In many climates, one of the biggest costs can be running the heating and air conditioning. In large commercial buildings in hot regions, it can be particularly expensive to keep the space cool. Even if you have the most efficient modern air conditioning system, it is a constant battle trying to cool off the building without wasting too much money.
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Wooden shutters have a natural beauty and painted window shutters can have the right color that fits perfectly in your home. However, like with everything else,interior window shutters are subject to wear and tear. You might need to paint your shutters to make them look as good as new.
Choosing Your Tools
You could paint your shutters using a paintbrush. However, one of the issues with paintbrushes is that they can struggle to reach the crevices and paint the fine details found on shutters.
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If you are deciding between two types of windows for your home, you may have narrowed down your choice between vinyl and aluminum window frames. While both options can be a fine choice for a home, it helps to know the benefits of each so that you can make a more informed decision.
Vinyl Window Benefits
Many homeowners like vinyl windows because of the little maintenance required over the years. In fact, the reason wood windows may not even be on your radar is because of all the sanding and staining required to keep them looking great.
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When you invest in a rental property, prioritizing tenant interest is a smart decision. If you want to make improvements, you should consider the ones with the greatest return on your investment. This does not just mean how much you will recoup if you sell the home, but how much of a difference it will make in attracting new tenants to the rental during a vacancy.
If your windows are old and lack insulation, you should hire a company to replace them.
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Sash windows, commonly found in older homes, have one panel or multiple panels that slide up or out with a cast iron weight connected to cords on each sash. You may find the cord stops working or break, which causes them to not open and close properly. If you don't want to replace the window, it is possible to fix or replace the cord.
Prepare to Fix the Cord
To fix the sash cord, gather:
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