Apr
13
4 tried and true tips for any kitchen redesign
April 13, 2016 | Leave a Comment
(BPT) – Tackling a home improvement project can be a really daunting task – whether it’s a simple redecoration or a full kitchen renovation. You may feel like you’re the only homeowner, ever, to have questions. Renowned designer and LG Studio Artistic …
Apr
11
Protect your home from fire and storms with tough-as-nails exterior products
April 11, 2016 | Leave a Comment
(BPT) – Investing in your safety pays off, whether you live in a coastal region prone to hurricanes or in a place fires can occur and storms inevitably strike. Preparing your exterior with fire-resistant, water-resistant siding and hurricane storm-rated shutters can ensure your home stands up to nature’s harshest elements – and weathers them beautifully. Fortifying your home exterior to resist fires and ride out storms is doable when you choose durable and innovative Grayne Engineered Shake & Shingle siding and Atlantic Premium Shutters.
An engineered composite, Grayne features a high-performance weather-resistant cap, which resists moisture absorption. Unlike cedar shingles, it will never cup, curl, crack or split and never needs painting. It can also easily replace or complement fiber cement or engineered wood siding.
Fast and easy to install, its cavity back design allows for airflow behind the panel, saving time and money versus installing on wooden laths. To deliver the most genuine look, Grayne’s patent pending dual offset installation method enables the shingle siding to be easily installed in the same layout as natural cedar. This also prevents keyway stacks.
Extremely durable, Grayne holds a Class 1A Fire Rating, exceeds the 170MPH wind load rating and is certified by Florida Building Code and Texas Department of Insurance. It comes with a 50/5 year limited warranty (50 years against manufacturing defects, 5 years on labor).
With “hurricane shutters,” crafted by Atlantic Premium Shutters for weather extremes, you can safeguard at-risk homes during hurricane and storm seasons. Homeowners appreciate the attractive form and protective functions of their hurricane storm-rated window shutters, which shield glass and seal water out. Both Architectural and Classic Collection designs, from elegant Louvered Shutters to rustic Board and Batten Shutters, come in hurricane storm-rated versions, blending beauty and brawn.
Atlantic Premium Shutters’ Storm Systems all utilize durable 1/8-inch-thick polycarbonate panels affixed to shutter backs. Shutter systems that lock from inside or outside of the home are available. All Atlantic Premium storm-rated shutter systems meet stringent International Residential Code (IRC) and International Building Code (IBC) 2006 impact testing requirements. For homes, the Large Missile Impact Test requires shutters to withstand impacts from nine-pound 2’x4′ lumber pieces hurtling at 34 mph, replicating wind-borne debris. Atlantic’s Bahama Storm System also complies with Florida’s 2006 Building Code, one of the strictest nationwide, requiring products to provide rigorous protection against hurricanes. With shutters this strong, you can throw your weather concerns to the wind.
Tapco’s highly durable, low-maintenance Grayne and Atlantic Premium Shutters make storm and disaster preparedness a snap. When you protect your home with the industry’s top fire-resistant siding and toughest storm-rated shutters, Mother Nature is no match. You’ll enjoy decades of lasting strength, unmatched aesthetics, and ultimate peace of mind -come forest fires, hurricanes, rain or shine. Call 1-866-288-2726 for Atlantic Shutters, 888-289-1169 for Grayne or visit www.TheTapcoGroup.com for more information.
Apr
11
Turn spring cleaning into ‘spring keeping’ with 5 easy storage tips
April 11, 2016 | Leave a Comment
(BPT) – Why do spring cleaning when you can do “spring keeping?” Organize all your gear in style while getting rid of the clutter at the same time. To help kick off spring in a whole new way, Karl Champley, home improvement expert and the winner of Ell…
Apr
5
(BPT) – Another winter has passed and warm weather is on its way. That means it’s time to say hello to all-things spring: budding flowers, walks to the park and…spring cleaning.While cleaning this spring might not be as much fun as grilling burgers o…
Apr
4
Know what’s below before you dig this spring
April 4, 2016 | Leave a Comment
(BPT) – With the snow gone and the ground thawed, many eager homeowners and landscape professionals across the country are rolling up their sleeves and reaching for their shovels to start projects that require digging this spring.During the transition …
Mar
31
Create a ‘wow-worthy’ home entry using fun and free online design tools
March 31, 2016 | Leave a Comment
(BPT) – Entire TV shows are dedicated to it, and real estate agents say it is essential when selling your home. So what is “curb appeal?” More importantly, how do you create it for your home?Even if you’re not planning to sell your home any time soon, …