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22nd century media | August 30, 2018 | 17
Schaaf Window Co. continues to be industry leader
Since its founding in 1959,
Schaaf Window Co. has prided
itself on providing the highest
quality and best valued products
to its customers.
This philosophy has helped
grow Schaaf Window Co. into
an industry leader, distributing
a wide range of quality windows
and related products throughout
Chicagoland.
As many satisfied customers
have come to know, Schaaf Window
offers not only products and
services on which customers can
depend, but also a long-lasting
partnership with every one of
its customers, both builders and
How to know when
it’s time to replace
an entry door
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homeowners alike.
A family owned business,
Schaaf Window began with a focus
on customer satisfaction. Today,
it maintains that unwavering
commitment to superior service,
offering a wide range of products
and services to builders, contractors
and homeowners throughout
Chicagoland.
Schaaf Window is a one-stop
distributor of high quality windows,
exterior doors, interior
doors, skylights, millwork, mirrors,
glass and shower doors.
They back up their products with
years of technical experience
and a courteous customer service
Is it time to replace your home’s entry door? If your
foyer is drafty, the answer is yes. Particularly with winter
around the corner. Not only will a new door boost exterior
appeal, it will prepare interiors for a temperature dip,
making your home more comfortable, while saving you
money on utility bills.
So, what should you be looking for in a door?
• A tailored fit. Nothing feels quite as good as well-tailored
clothing created specifically to your size, shape
and style preference. Off-the-rack clothing just doesn’t
fit everyone’s measurements. Similarly, off-the-rack
doors fall short of expectations in the same way. The
materials and workmanship that go into custom-made
doors are of exceptional quality and durability, and
far exceed what is available as ready-made. Unlike
consumer-grade doors, which are cut down to fit your
need, professional-class doors are built to your exact
measurements for a more secure and energy efficient
door.
• Energy efficiency. Look for Energy Star certified doors,
which have been independently tested and certified to
meet strict energy-efficiency standards set by the Environmental
Protection Agency. While a new door does
come with a price tag, it’s important to keep in mind
that the right choice can help you lower your utility
bills and ultimately present a return on your investment.
• Quality materials. While wood doors offer a beautiful
staff. In an effort to better serve
their customers and provide a
wider variety of options, they’ve
added two new window product
lines this year — Weather Shield
Windows & Doors and MI Windows
— to go along to their
existing lines of Jeld-Wen Windows
& Doors. Customers can
now see these products, along
with the rest of their offerings,
in Schaaf’s newly redesigned
showroom.
Schaaf offers installation of
windows, doors and shower
doors using its own employees,
who are trained to the manufacturer’s
specifications. They will
classic look, they require regular maintenance and lack
the endurance, security and energy efficiency of fiberglass
or steel. Consider opting for quality materials
that will last a long time but not force you to sacrifice
the look you want. For example, the low-maintenance
fiberglass options offered by door system manufacturer
ProVia include the Signet and Heritage collections
and provide the classic look of real woodgrain,
but are engineered to be highly energy efficient. The
Legacy steel collection provides durability and energy
efficiency, whether you opt for a woodgrain texture or
smooth steel look, and is a good choice if security is
your top priority.
• The right style. When selecting a style and color, take
into consideration the current architectural elements of
your home. Use online tools that allow you to upload
an image of your home’s exterior and play with various
combinations to determine the right fit. Keep in
mind that an entry door can either be a place to maintain
the overall mood of your home’s exterior or a way
to add a pop of color.
For more tips and resources, visit provia.com.
This fall, set yourself up for a comfortable winter. Upgrade
your entry door for substantial energy savings and
a more secure home.
How to select the best ceiling
fans for home interiors
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If you have a “less is
more” outlook on home
decorating purchasing decisions,
you probably want
your lighting fixtures to
not only be functional, but
also fashionable elements
that complement other accessories
and contribute
to your overall interior
design. When it comes to
ceiling fans, experts say
that by shopping around,
you can find a highly functional
fixture that can even
serve as the focal point of
a room.
“Today’s ceiling fans
incorporate beautiful features,
such as hand carved
blades, sleek finishes and
natural elements to appeal
to a variety of different
design trends,” said Steve
Register, ceiling fan product
manager for Progress
Lighting.
So how do you select the
best one for your space?
Choose your features
• Versatile functionality.
Do you want to use your
meet customers at their homes or
job sites for a no-cost estimate.
From its facility in Tinley
Park, Schaaf serves homeowners
and a wide range of builders,
from tract to custom to high-end.
Its 91,000-square-foot facility is
a home base for its employees to
serve all of Chicagoland. They
serve each customer personally,
with a suite of professional resources
to offer.
As their business has continued
to grow, so has their reach.
Schaaf recently acquired Area
Glass Co. out of St. John, Indiana,
which has allowed them to
reach a whole new set of customers
and expand their business’s
capabilities. They’ve also
moved onto many social media
platforms, such as Facebook and
Instagram, where they encourage
interested homeowners to
follow and keep in touch with
the variety of products they have
to offer.
Submitted by Schaaf Window Co.,
18445 Thompson Court in Tinley
Park. For more information, visit
www.schaafwindow.com or call
(708) 342-0900.
ceiling fan year-round?
Simply select a fan with
reversible blades for the
option to circulate cool
air in summer or warm
air in winter.
• Efficiency. To save energy
and green your home,
consider an Energy Star
rated fixture.
• Lighting. To get in on
today’s lighting trends,
go for a layered lighting
design in your space by
installing a light kit or
selecting a fan with a
pre-installed fixture.
Find your style
Consider fan shape,
blade features and finish
to help you meet the
room’s design needs. You
can view Progress Lighting’s
ceiling fan offerings,
which include coastal,
transitional, traditional
and farmhouse styles, at
progresslighting.com.
For a simple home upgrade
that goes a long way,
consider a ceiling fan with
all the features you’ll want
and need for year-round
comfort and beauty.