ABC’s of Fine Design

Many people right now are trying to find ways to save energy and still keep their homes warm and livable. I have a great new product for you to try called Radiant glass. This glass is made in Colorado by a company called Radiant Glass industries. The product is called Power*e Glass and it is very easy to use and install.

The glass uses a save low voltage current that would be the equivalent of running 2 light bulbs. The current heats the window and allows that heat into your home. Many people who have used it claim that there heaters hardly ever run after adding just a few of these windows. This is a great product for anyone who has a lot of windows in their home. I would recommend having a separate thermostat installed for any interior rooms that have no windows though. These windows will also help keep your home cool in the summer by blocking the heat from outside.

Besides helping with energy cost these windows also will stop condensation and fogging of windows. That way you will always have a clear view outside. This type of window would work well in a bathroom where you may use a shower or tub that could cause fogging and block a view.

Power*e windows can be made any way you would like. They work in most types of frames and can even be tinted. Check out this new unique product and see if if will work for you.

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We learned alot about insulation this week and I wanted to share a few tips with you that we found. One thing that you need to know about insulation is that there are different types and that some are better then others. Personally I like the rolled insulation the best as it is easy to install and works better then the other kinds.

Rolled insulation can be used in attic areas along the floor to insulate an unused attic. You need to check your local building codes to see how much insulation they recommend. Why do you want insulation there? Well it keeps the attic cool by keeping the warm air in the home. It also keeps the attic warm but not too warm when it’s cold outside. You want the attic cool even in the winter because ice will form on your roof and cause rotting or other structural problems.

Another form of insulation that works well in attic areas is blown insulation. This is best if you are not going to use the area at all, The problem with blown insulation is that it settles and eventually it’s insulate properties decrees. It is still a good option though, but I still would not recommend it for northern areas.

Good insulation in the attic can help keep your heating and cooling cost down. It prevents all of the air from the rest of the home from going up into the attic and out the vents. If your worried about heating cost, check into insulation, you may be able to get a good tax break on it if you get it done before the new year.

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