Many people assume that you can’t replace windows in winter. They think that it’s too cold and wet for window installers to be able to do a good job. They also worry about their home’s interior being exposed to the elements, as they think that all of the windows are taken out before the new ones are installed.

In truth, you can indeed replace windows in winter. The process is a bit different than it is in the warmer months and weather impacts scheduling, of course. However, if you have a broken window or you just want to get some windows replaced, there’s no need to wait for spring. You can replace windows in winter by working with expert window specialists who know how to work with the elements to provide you with the highest quality work, regardless of the season. 

How Do You Replace Windows In Winter?

Winter window replacement is done a bit differently than other seasons. The basics of measuring, removal, and installation are the same. However, in order to keep your home as warm as possible and minimize interior exposure to the elements, window installers work one window at a time. 

Energy bills just keep spiking. Money aside, no one wants to feel like they’re freezing in their own home. By closing the doors to the room they are working in (if possible) or using floor-to-ceiling plastic barriers and working only one window at a time, installers are able to keep as little cold air from entering your home as possible.

What About Winter Weather Conditions?

Concerned about the cold, wet weather impacting the quality of your window installation? That’s a valid concern to have. Window professionals know how to work in each season – including when the temperatures have dropped down too low or when the weather would impact the quality of a job. 

If rescheduling is necessary, you can trust an experienced pro to communicate with you. That way, you can rest assured that even if the job has to be rescheduled due to the weather or the temperature, it will be done, and when it is, it will be done correctly. The last thing you want is to shell out the money for window replacements only for shoddy workmanship. 

When you work with professionals like the team here at Creekside Windows & Glass, you can rest assured that we’ll get the job done right – the first time.

Should You Replace Windows In Winter?

The answer to whether or not you can do something is usually yes, depending on the amount of effort you put in. However, whether or not you should is another question entirely. For many things, like DIY pressure washing, yes, you can, but no, you really shouldn’t.

Winter window replacement, on the other hand, is something that you should have done if you need it. If you’ve got old, drafty windows, those are driving your energy bill up and making your home less comfortable. Old windows can lead to mold and mildew. Like any other season, if your windows need to be replaced, your curb appeal is suffering and your wallet is hurting.

As such, if you need to replace windows in winter, you can go ahead and schedule a service.

Benefits To Replacing Your Windows In The Winter

Beyond the obvious benefits that accompany window replacement as a whole, there are some unique perks to when you replace windows in winter. 

• Easier scheduling. The warmer seasons tend to be very busy, as everyone is trying to get their window issues taken care of. Since many people prefer to wait until winter ends before getting their windows replaced, you may find that it’s easier to get your project scheduled.
• Potential for “off season” deals. This isn’t always the case, of course. But some installers and window companies will provide incentives during the winter months that they wouldn’t otherwise.

Need To Replace Windows In Winter?

Creekside Windows & Glass is here to help! Whether you’re looking to replace windows in winter, you need window glass repair, or you have an interior project, like getting new shower doors installed, you can count on our experienced professionals for top-quality work – no matter the season.

Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help homeowners in and around Kaysville.

Are you in the process of updating your home to your ideal aesthetic and wondering whether you should opt for shower doors or shower curtains? You wouldn’t be alone. While some people may gravitate towards the softness of a curtain, others may prefer the stateliness of a proper door. While both shower curtains and shower doors have their merits, they also have aspects to them which could make one or the other not right for your tastes or your needs.

That’s why we’re going to go into the pros and cons of both shower curtains and shower doors so that you can have more understanding of which may be better suited for you. Let’s get into it.

Shower Curtains: The Pros And Cons

Depending on what you want, curtains could be perfect for you or they could be the opposite of what you’re going for.

Pros

• Soften your surfaces. Having curtains in your bathroom can soften an otherwise too harsh or too sterile space.
• Add personality. Curtains come in so many different colors and designs that they’re a fantastic way to show off your personality, whether that is soft and lacey or bold and bright.
• Save money. Curtains are generally much cheaper than shower doors, liners included.

Cons

• They’re cheap. If you want an expensive, stately bathroom, curtains aren’t the best way to achieve this look, as most stately bathrooms have doors instead.
• They can get moldy/mildewy. Especially if you don’t use waterproof liners.
• Not the best for modern bathrooms. If you want that modern look, a curtain can disrupt the aesthetic, rather than add to it.
• You have to worry about water escaping. Because curtains don’t provide a full enclosure, you have to worry about cleaning up puddles outside the shower, which both creates a safety risk and a habitat for mold growth. 

Shower Doors: The Pros And Cons

Shower doors have plenty of variety and class, but may or may not be right for you depending on your bathroom and your budget. 

Pros

• No need to worry about water escaping. Because shower doors do provide full enclosure, you don’t have to worry about any water escaping during your shower.
• Elevate your bathroom. Doors are more stately than curtains, so they’re a perfect way to achieve a higher-end, more modern look to your bathroom.
• Simplify your space. The simplicity of glass shower doors prevents your bathroom from seeming overdone, especially if you have a lot of decor throughout it.
• Expand your space. Because shower doors are glass, they brighten and expand your space, rather than making it seem smaller and more closed off the way that curtains do.

Cons

• Doors are more expensive. If you’re limited by budget, the fact that doors are more expensive than curtains could be the deciding factor in which option you go for. 
• More difficult to clean. You can just toss a curtain in the wash (not the liner, though), but you need to properly clean a shower door. 

Which Is Right For You?

As you can see, whether curtains or doors are right for you depends on a lot of factors. You’ll want to look through the pros and cons and see how they stack up against what you’re looking for in order to determine the best option for you.

High-Quality Shower Doors In Northern Utah

Creekside Windows & Glass provides top quality shower doors here in Northern Utah. Our glass doors are the perfect way to take your bathroom to the next level. Contact us today to learn more about the types of doors that we provide and what we can do in order to help you with your windows and glass needs. 

You know that on-going joke about how you never want to get in the shower, but once you’re in there, you never want to leave? Making your bathroom feel like a spa may be just the ticket to making it easier to actually get in the shower… but be warned, it may also make you so much more reluctant to leave it.

We all deserve relaxation and to feel both pampered and rejuvenated. Spa trips can be wonderful for this, but if you don’t want to spend the money or you simply don’t want to have to leave the house, you can enjoy that tranquil atmosphere within your very own home. Here’s what you need to know about some of the things you can do in order to make your bathroom feel like a spa. Let’s get into it.

How To Make Your Bathroom Feel Like A Spa

#1. Minimize The Clutter

Have you ever heard of a messy spa? Probably never, right? This is an easy (and free!) way to make your bathroom feel like a spa. Many of us are all too guilty of leaving our bathroom looking like a warzone after getting ready for the day. Or perhaps it just seems easier to leave all of your dental hygiene products and soap and everything else in easy reach.

But cluttered spaces do not typically lend themselves to peaceful environments (depending on the type of person you are!). Taking the time to organize and clean up the clutter will both make your bathroom look and feel bigger, brighter, and cleaner than it did before – ideal for crafting that spa-like environment. 

#2. Incorporate Calming Elements

Once you’ve cleared all the clutter away, the next step in your journey to make your bathroom feel like a spa is to incorporate some calming elements. You don’t need to go all out with the ambient music and essential oil diffusers if you don’t want to. Like anything else in your home, how much you do to your bathroom is up to you (well… and what permits permit and the like).

Some calming elements you can add to your bathroom to capture that spa-like atmosphere include:

• Plants. They don’t have to be real! Fake plants due the job just as well, if you’re lacking in the green thumb department.
• Think about colors. No need to paint walls if you don’t want to, but think about using earthy, calming colors. White on white is always a good choice to make a space seem brighter and cleaner. This can be done with your soap dishes, shower rugs, and other such amenities.
• Upgrade your towels. One of the best parts about spas is their plush, luxurious towels. Upgrading your towels is a great way to enhance your space.
• Add more mirrors. They don’t have to be big, they can even just be small little circles. But the more mirrors in a space, the more light is reflected around.
• Add touches of luxury. Think your favorite scented candle, think strip lighting, think toiletries that you love to use.
• Add rugs to soften the space. Not only does this save your feet from cold floors in Utah’s freezing winters, but it just makes the spa-like atmosphere of your bathroom that much better.

#3. Upgrade Features

If you’re willing to spend money to make your bathroom feel like a spa, upgrading some of the features is a stellar way to do this. For example, if you have a shower curtain, you can replace it with a glass shower door. Not only does this open up and brighten up your space, but it also makes it so much sleeker and cleaner-feeling, like a spa.

If your household is one where you’re worried about children or other family members or roommates bursting in on you when you’re in the shower, you can opt for a frosted or tinted glass door, which still provides modernity and light, but with more privacy.

Some other features you can choose to upgrade include:

• Switching out your vanity for one with curved edges. Bonus points if it’s a floating vanity.
• Opting for tactile surfaces.
• Installing a new showerhead, like a rain showerhead.
• And so much more.

We here at Creekside Windows & Glass are here to help you in your journey to make your bathroom feel like a spa with our high-quality glass shower doors. Contact us today to learn more about the types of shower doors we provide and what our services entail.