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With high-quality hardware and correct door installation and maintenance, your doors will last many years. Unfortunately, hardware does eventually break. Whether you’ve just discovered a new problem or the previous owner didn’t care for their doors, you may be able to fix the problem yourself, at least temporarily, without having to hire a professional or…

Just as your entrance door color makes a statement and needs to align with your home design choices, so should your front entry door handle finish and other hardware finishes. When choosing the right door handle finish for your beloved home, consider aesthetic appeal, durability and quality. Explore these door handle finishes that will help tie together the look and…

If you are upgrading your home, you know how important the little things are. From the hardwood floors to the paint color to the door handles, every detail matters. Each element adds up to create a well-polished home.  As you design your home, you may wonder how something as small as a door handle can…

You use your door handles daily — they make your life convenient and can also add to your home aesthetics. Imagine your doors without handles and how challenging it can be to push them open or hold them closed. Your door handles can become worn over time, requiring you to change them. Replacing your exterior…

Benefits of Multipoint Locks and When to Use Them Most of us don’t give our door locks much thought. By now, operating a lock is automatic — you unlock the door, turn the knob and enter your home. A traditional door lock can be enough to protect your family. But does your current locking system…

We all have our own style preferences that we like to showcase in our home design. From the bathroom to the living room, there are nearly endless ways to reflect your personal style in a home.  One of the greatest design opportunities lies in the numerous choices for bathroom hardware, especially when you combine them…

How to Choose Door Handles That Wow Have you ever seen a doorknob you couldn’t wait to turn? Maybe it was an antique doorknob featuring an intricate design or a cool-to-the-touch nickel handle that beckoned you to enter. Door handles are an essential component of a home or business and should not be overlooked when…

If you are considering remodeling your home or selling, you may want to think about the conditions of your windows. While they seem like a small detail, your home’s windows can play a significant role in the home’s overall ability to function and can help boost your curb appeal when selling. Windows age with time.…

The entryway welcomes homeowners into their sanctuary and visitors into a business. When designing an entrance, you want to set the stage for the space. One of the best ways to create a stylish entry is to rely on what’s trending. For the perfect welcome into a home or business, consider some can’t-miss entryway trends for the…

Summertime means warm weather and sunny skies. The arrival of summer also means we experience the occasional heatwave and long for a cooler, air-conditioned haven. As temperatures increase, your home may be uncomfortably warm if you don’t have air conditioning. Luckily, you can use a few tricks to cool down your home without central air…