Every now and then, we like sharing news about residential projects featuring JELD-WEN windows and doors. Recently, our team visited Carré Soho, a Montréal condo-loft project that’s completely different from anything else on the market. The beauty of oversized windows The first things you notice when you visit this superb project are the windows. They’re everywhere, providing unbelievable light in every room and offering views onto a recreation area, tall trees and 20,000 magnificent square feet of landscaping. The Carré Soho’s ENERGY-STAR-certified windows are from the Donat Flamand collection (Hybrid DF3103 window). Fitted with Low-E glass, they were custom-designed for the project: The hybrid sliding patio doors are 60 percent larger* than similar standard products, and the casement windows are 12 percent larger*. The thermal windows in the bedroom have been adapted for superior soundproofing* “Our vision in building Carré Soho was to distinguish ourselves as much by the quality…
When it comes to helping homeowners find the right type of window for their home, it’s important for you as the expert to pass your knowledge and understanding down to the customer. With rising rates…
Tired of paying extra for winter? Follow these energy saving tips and watch your heating and energy costs drop. Light it Right Look for the ENERGY STAR® logo when purchasing lights for your home. These…
Customers want their windows to look great, but they also want windows that make them feel great. We call this comfort engineering. Whether the goal of a window upgrade is to add warmth to a…
Vinyl windows are an affordable, low-maintenance window upgrade option. Whether you are building a new home for a client, or replacing the existing windows on a residential or commercial building, vinyl windows are an excellent…
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Windows allow natural light into the home while increasing its architectural appeal, but that isn’t all they do. The windows you choose will significantly affect the comfort level of your home. So, how do windows…
Thinking about getting new windows? Here are 15 questions to ask yourself about the current windows in your home to help determine if it is time for an upgrade: Comfort – Is my living…
There is no one window style that is best for winter. However, the glass options you decide on can have a significant factor on the comfort level of your home when experiencing cold weather. Tripane…
There are many reasons to consider upgrading the windows in your home. New, energy efficient windows can reduce your heating and cooling bill and give your home a facelift. Another reason for switching out your windows…
One of the most common questions customers and clients ask about wood windows and doors, is whether they are difficult to maintain. Thanks to JELD-WEN’s latest line of wood windows and patio doors, Siteline, homeowners can now…
Getting new windows is a long-term investment. Luckily, if you have older, single-pane units, upgrading to newer, energy-efficient windows can actually save you money on your heating and cooling bill while boosting the value of your…
Comfort Engineering is the process of finding the best glass options for each window in your home. By choosing the correct Low-E coating and dual- or triple-pane glazing option, you can regulate the temperature in…
Low-E (low-emissivity) glass is coated with a low-emittance material designed to reflect heat. A window made with Low-E glass repels ultraviolet rays that generate heat during the summer but absorbs UV rays and lets heat…
Welcome to FAQ Friday – a new feature on the JELD-WEN blog. Each week we will answer a Frequently Asked Question about our products, service or industry.