What is New:

With 2014 upon us we are seeing some new trends that homeowners are embracing. Here are a few we have seen around our area.

Smaller homes with bigger open kitchens are becoming more popular as a standard in remodeling or looking for a new home.

Electronic homes are becoming big on the way we interact with our spaces. Talking to your home thru our phones to protect itself and turn off and on lights are just a few impressive technologies we take advantage of in our homes.

Eco-Friendly homes have been the standard in remodeling and building. many have seen the benefits of the earth saving materials and the long term costs saving in creating a eco-friendly home.

Outdoor Entertainment Spaces are growing popularity. Enjoying time outside with family and friends and having all the comforts of being inside.

What is your favorite new trend in homes? Are you planning a spring upgrade to one of these new trends? Let us know in the comments below.

Easter Fun Decorations!

Here are some fun ideas to decorate this spring for Easter.

What is your Favorite Spring Project?

Snow is melting and the flowers are starting to bloom. This season is great to open our windows and start your Honey do list for this spring and summer. We took a poll here at Styleline and these are the projects our staff wants to tackle this spring and summer. What is yours?

Here is our List:

Redesign our landscaping

Plant a garden

Clean my gutters

Replace my storm door

Build a back yard fire pit

Finish my deck 

Enclose my deck with screens

Build a dog house

Wash my windows

Have a garage sale

Get new flooring

Home Shows Great time to Get Ideas for You Home

These are a couple of tips to get the most out of a home show this spring.

1. Start with a list of what your goals for this summer to accomplish.

2. Set your budget. 

3.  Grab some measurements materials list that you may be looking for.

4. Ask about warranties

5. Who do I call for service?

6. What makes you different from your competitors?

7. Who do I contact if I have issues?

8. Do I find a contractor to install or do you offer installation?

9. Make sure you have a pad of paper to keep a list of people you talked to and phone numbers for future questions.

10. Test and try everything you may like. 

Most important have fun and take your time to take in all the new ideas that the companies may offer.

Enjoy the Spring in a New Sun Room!

 Give your guests a relaxing way to enjoy your company or just enjoy the ambiance of outdoor living without the insects.  When closed, the tinted windows provide privacy, protection from the summer sun or protection from changeable weather.  Season after season, Styleline Riviera V4 windows offer more enjoyment from your outdoor living area.

2014 Happy St.Patrick's Day

No Streak Window Cleaning Methods

Washing windows can be a daunting task. With the harsh winter we are having, the salt and dirt will be piling up on your windows. To help you with this chore we have tested out some techniques that may be useful for you. Take a look and let us know what time saving methods you use in the comments below.  

In our first test we tried the store window cleaner.  As seen in the picture above after wiping down it seemed to leave streaks.  Next, we used store dish washing liquid.  The dish washing liquid left no streaks.  

We tackled glass windows, but what if you have a vinyl window? What can you use?  Extreme care must be taken when cleaning the vinyl window.  Do not use any harsh cleaners or detergents.  Bleach and formulas containing bleach should be avoided.  It is important not to use a pressure washer.  We recommend a special vinyl cleaner.  This has been specially formulated for the vinyl windows.  This cleaner can be purchased from Styleline just call 1-888-323-0594.

For best results, your windows needs to be cool before washing.  Make sure all dust and loose sand and grit has been removed from all areas of the frame.  Best way to do this is use a soft brush attachment with your vacuum cleaner.  

Give us you opinion below. Let us know what you use for effective window cleaning.