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How to Insulate Windows and Stay Warm This Winter
If you're having trouble staying warm at home during the winter, there are a lot of things that could be the problem. If nothing is wrong with your heating system, your windows might be the culprit. A home's windows influence how much cold air seeps in, how much warm...
Case Study: Pennsylvania Homeowner Saves Over 75% on Window Replacement
Fenster Saves You 50% (or more) on Window Replacement Project Overview Customer: Private homeowner in Pennsylvania Home Size: 12,000 sq. ft. custom home Property Value: $3 million Windows Replaced: 73 double-hung units Original Window Brand: Caradco Fenster...
DIY Transfer Casement Window Hardware
How to Transfer Casement Window Hardware Like a Pro (Without Calling One) So you’ve got your shiny new handcrafted wood casement sash from Fenster (nice choice, by the way), and now you're wondering: "What the heck do I do with this pile of old hardware still clinging...
Fenster Turns 25: A Quarter-Century of Saving Windows
We Are Fenster & Windows Is All We Do This month marks a big milestone for us at Fenster Components... we’re officially 25 years old! 🎉 That’s right, we’ve been saving windows, helping homeowners budget money, and keeping houses beautiful since the late...
How to Find Replacement Parts for your Windows
Windows are an integral part of both the exterior and interior of a structure. While the interior side of the window is largely protected, the exterior side is exposed to the elements day after day for years and, in many cases, decades. As a result, windows experience...
Caradco Windows: Yes, they do still exist!
The Caradco company is long gone, and JELD-WEN still hangs on to the name as a sales pitch (but doesn't really have Caradco replacement windows). But Fenster does! We have replicated multiple versions and styles of the Caradco windows line...
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How to Find Replacement Parts for your Windows
Let’s look at the parts of a window that will typically need to be replaced and how to find replacement parts.
Caradco Windows: Yes, they do still exist!
The Caradco Window company is long gone, but that doesn’t mean that you’re out of luck. Fenster offers the only Caradco model replacement window sash on the market
What is a Wood Window Sash?
Wood window sashes are an integral part of single-hung, double-hung or casement windows and are a popular choice for many homes.
The Ultimate Guide to Casement Window Parts
Many parts come together to create a casement window and understanding these casement window part names will help you better understand and service the window.
Can You Replace Just Part of a Window?
You don’t need to replace the whole window and can only replace the part that needs attention. Each piece has its own purpose, but frequently the root cause isn’t impossible to fix. Frames, glass, sashes, and other components might all be considered for replacement, but the truth is that replacing the sash can fix a lot of the problems. Let’s find out what options are available.
Wood vs Vinyl Windows: Full Comparison & Preservation Guide
If you’re debating between wood and vinyl for your window project, read on. We’ll break it down—so you can protect your home’s charm, save money, and upgrade like a pro.