Home Upgrades Blog — Windows, Doors & Design

Category: Glass Replacement

A split-screen image showing the same window in two different seasons, summer and winter, highlighting the year-round performance of LoE glass.

LoE Glass 101: Stay Warm in Winter, Cool in Summer

Energy & Comfort LoE Glass 101: Stay Warm in Winter, Cool in Summer LoE coatings reflect heat where you want it, cut solar heat gain where you don’t, and keep views clear. Below is a simple guide to what LoE does, the main types we offer, and where they make

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LoE-180 Explained: What It Does, Key Numbers, Best Rooms

LoE Options LoE-180: Clear Views that Welcome Winter Sun LoE-180 is the “let the sunshine in” coating. It keeps rooms bright and lets useful winter sun help warm your home, while still improving insulation compared with clear glass. In a dual-pane unit with argon fill, it delivers a noticeable comfort

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LoE 272 Glass Guide: Balanced Light & Year-Round Comfort

LoE Options LoE 272: Clear Views with All-Season Balance LoE 272 is the balanced, all-season LoE. It keeps rooms bright, trims summer heat, and holds warmth in winter. In a dual-pane unit with argon fill, it delivers a noticeable comfort upgrade without the dim look of heavy tints—making it a

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A cozy living room with a fireplace and large sliding glass doors showing a snowy landscape, illustrating how LoE i89 glass reflects heat back into the home.

LoE i89 Glass Guide: Room-Side Boost for Warmer, Clearer Windows

LoE Options LoE i89: The Room-Side Layer that Boosts Warmth Without Darkening Views LoE i89 is a room-side LoE layer that reflects warmth back into your home. Added to the inside surface of an insulated unit, it works with standard LoE coatings to lower the U-factor and raise comfort—while keeping

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Bathroom Glass Replacement: Privacy, Light & Design

Frosted Glass: Real Privacy, More Daylight, Zero Blinds Design & Style Bathroom frosted glass replacement gives you real privacy and a brighter, cleaner look—no blinds or curtains required. It diffuses harsh glare into soft daylight, simplifies cleaning, and avoids the clutter of hardware and fabrics in wet zones. Bathroom Frosted

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Replace the Glass or the Whole Window?

Cracked or foggy glass doesn’t always mean replacing the entire window. Often, swapping the insulated glass unit (IGU) gives you a like-new view for less money and disruption. Here’s how to decide between glass-only replacement and a full window—plus simple ballparks using the 1/3 rule.

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