How do you bend glass, anyway? A. “Everyone does it the same way—with heat,” says John Curran, owner of Curran Glass Studio (6507 Ogden Ave., Berwyn, 708-795-8620; www.curranglass.com). Heat softens ...

This week I'm repairing one of the window sashes that have seen better days. It's the first time for me and I'm surprised by the result. I'm also adding hinges to one of the window sashes on the new ...

If you’ve ever visited an antique store or flea market, I’m sure you’ve seen old window sashes that have been turned into something other than its original purpose. This concept is not a new one as it ...

Consider the historic double-hung window: two sashes glide effortlessly up and down, counterbalanced by iron weights attached to ropes strung through pulleys –– all hidden within walls. “As the ...

With a little effort, you can eliminate gaps, glaze panes and use caulk to make old wood windows more energy efficient and to help minimize the toll that time has ...

Picking new windows for your home can be challenging, and homeowners often ponder the many questions regarding window replacement. What windows are best for your house? Which window types offer the ...