Sunday, October 30, 2011

Types of Glass for New York City Homes


There are a wide variety of residential glass types available for new windows or window repair. The type of glass you choose will depend on what kind of functionality you need and the type of look you are going for. Whether you are looking for safety, cleanliness, insulation or design, there is a glass type for your New York City windows that will do the job perfectly. Take a look at some of glass we have to offer:
Insulated Glass −When multiple glass panes or "lites" are assembled into units, they are commonly referred to as insulated glass, double glazing. This glass is great for increased heat insulations and dampening noise.

Custom Made Stain Glass − Custom made stain glass, insulated in between two pieces of 1/4 clear glass installed into a sliding window. Create unique designs or colors that fit the appearance you are looking for in your home.

Self-Cleaning Glass −Self-Cleaning Glass lets you simply rinse away most dirt with a hose, or let the rain do all the work for you. These are great for hard to reach places that are not easily cleaned by hand.

Tempered Safety Glass −On impact, glass will break into little pieces, not pointy, dangerous shards. This is great for doors or windows that see a lot of action and may be around small children.

Sound Reducing Glass −Two pieces of laminated glass that are insulated to help reduce sound transmission 50−70%. Great for studios or media rooms that need to insulate sound from the outside and inside.

There are lots of other glasses to choose from as well!

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Why You Need a Wrought Iron Gate


Iron gates are not just for intimidating would be burglars and keeping out trespassers, they can be a great aesthetic addition to the exterior of a home. The reason that iron gates are so popular is because of their durability, strength and presence. Iron gates can be seen on properties throughout the world and are featured everywhere from royal palaces to common New York homes. They can be used for protection on windows, around pools to protect small children and around entire homes to protect a property. They can also be used to create a perimeter around a home that insulates it from undesirables, which enhances privacy.
Ornamental iron gates and fencing provide a more elegant look that provides an aesthetic enhancement to the property as well as being a barrier for security. These gates can take on a classic gothic look or a more modern appearance. These gates can be used at the entrance of driveways or walkways and will give the home that uses them a unique appearance. These entrance gates can be operated manually or electronically.