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The Top Benefits of Vinyl Windows for Kansas City Homes

Vinyl windows offer Kansas City homeowners durability, energy efficiency, and affordability. Open & Shut KC’s Forever Window was designed to provide a high-quality vinyl option without compromise. Built for comfort and performance, it’s the perfect choice for lasting value. Learn why vinyl windows are a smart investment for your home.

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Benefits of Natural Light from Windows

Natural lighting may be much closer than you think, through a common fixture in almost any home: the window.

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FAQ: How Do I Keep My Home in Top Shape this Winter?

From bitterly cold temperatures to black slush in your front entryway and more, winter can wreak some major havoc on your home. This year, keep your home in top shape during these extreme months with a few simple tips.

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Don't Blame the Windows

This may indicate a roof leak, a hole in the siding or stucco, an improper head flashing, or a gap in the exterior caulking. The cause may be the window itself if it is of poor quality or doesn’t properly close due to being out of square.

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New Windows Installation, A TOTAL Winter Sport

Many homeowners have the misconception that windows and doors cannot be replaced in the winter. And that makes sense. It’s cold, my windows are there to keep the cold out… so why on earth would I rip holes in my house?!? Well, let me tell you...

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Beauty Aside, What Makes Marvin Windows Installation Worth the Try?

Get out a pen.

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Which Type of Window Material is the Best?

Not every window is made equally. Design and appearance can separate windows from one another, but a window’s materials can be a crucial part of how well it works.

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GUEST BLOG: Window Parts, Learn About the Anatomy of a Window, by Marvin

Straight from our friends at Marvin, to help you on your window buying journey, here is a helpful guide that describes the various window components and explains their functions.

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How to Choose the Right Window Installer For Your Home

If you’re looking for a Kansas City contractor with years of experience, high-quality products, customer testimonials, and a thorough installation process, consider giving Open & Shut KC a call.

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Making Your In-Home Sustainable Impact

And what’s the one thing that can most drastically affect the energy efficiency of your home but will most often be overlooked: the quality of your windows? Maybe.

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4 DRAFTY WINDOW TESTS

If a window is in poor condition, it will continue to degrade until its insulation capabilities are a fraction of what they once were.

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Your Problem—Not So Drafty, Drafty Windows

Would you believe me if I told you it’s not until appointment day that some customers even come to realize they have drafty window problems? And did you know the implications of drafty windows goes far beyond just being able to potentially feel cool air blowing on your leg? Fact of the matter is, if your windows are old, it’s quite likely that most of the heat from your furnace and cool air from your air conditioner is going to waste.

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Top 5 Window Styles for Your Home Remodel

Changing up a window style with a home remodel can bring in additional daylight, add new style to an old space, and completely update the look of a home’s exterior. The right new windows are a delight for homeowners and their neighbors alike.

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Prettiest New Kitchen On the block

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Prettiest New Kitchen On the block

A baker's dream, fully-stocked with Wood Clad windows by Marvin.

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