5 enVISION it Features That Will Improve the Quality of Your Design Project
Author: Mitten Building Products and Accessories
in October 2017
How awesome would it be if you could show your customer exactly what their home will look like at the end of their remodeling project, the first time you sit down with them? Pretty awesome! EnVISION it is a powerful visualization tool offered by Mitten that allows you to do just that. Using a photo of your customer’s home (or choose an image from the sample library), you can create new, custom designs using real products. Available products include Mitten,...
Ply Gem Introduces New Line of Mitten Vinyl Soffit Products; Helps Builders and Contractors Enhance Exterior Home Designs
Available throughout Canada, new options provide the perfect finishing touch to meet customers’ design, ventilation and low-maintenance performance needs Brantford, ON (July 14, 2017) – Ply Gem ® (NYSE: PGEM), a leading manufacturer and distributor of building products in North America, today introduces a new line of Mitten® vinyl soffit products, including the Jamb-Fit Soffit, 7” Beaded Soffit and Triple 4” black soffit. Available to builders and contractors...
Wipe Away Window Condensation this Winter with Window Glass Technology from Ply Gem
Calgary, AB – Installing windows with Low-E glass options is one of the best ways to improve energy efficiency in the home, but the benefits go far beyond that. Because high-performance windows create a warmer interior glass surface, condensation is also reduced. To help builders and remodelers improve their customers’ home efficiency and mitigate concerns for window condensation issues, Ply Gem, a leading North American exterior building products manufacturer...
Exterior Trim Options
Author: Darryl Pollock
in September 2017
When planning your siding project, it’s important to understand the trim options available to you. Trim can help dress up your house and add the extra curb appeal you’re looking for. It also contributes to the maintenance you’ll be doing over the life of your siding, so making the right choice now can free up a lot of weekends in the future. Ply Gem carries some of the premier trim products on the market, each with its own features and benefits. Highlights for...
Protect your Raised Foundation from the Elements
Author: Mitten Building Products and Accessories
in September 2017
6 Reasons Why Vinyl Skirting is Ideal to Protect Raised Foundations Do you have a cottage, mobile home or deck with a raised foundation that is exposed to the elements? Are you looking for a clean and professional look for your mobile home or deck’s foundation? Vinyl skirting for manufactured housing like cottages, decks, or mobile homes that encloses the raised foundation may be the ideal solution.Skirting is a vinyl accessory that is...
The Truth About Vinyl Siding vs. Brick
Author: Mitten Building Products and Accessories
in August 2017
For years the debate of vinyl siding versus brick as the superior external cladding has been hotly contested. While brick appeals to people because of its traditional looks and durability, vinyl has an edge because of the wide range of looks it can accomplish and still provide excellent durability and at a much more attractive price point. With all of the profile and color options available, vinyl will be sure to please even the most discerning of homeowners. Here are three reasons...
The Purpose of Soffit
Author: Mitten Building Products and Accessories
in August 2017
Like many parts of a home’s exterior, soffit serves both an aesthetic and a functional purpose. Functionally, the basic mission of soffit is to protect rafters from the elements. Keeping moisture away from the rafters reduces the chance of mold, and helps preserve the life of the materials. Aesthetically, soffit is an easy way to add character. Soffit is available in many colors and designs because it can help make the façade of the home more...
How Can I Tell If My Vinyl Siding Has Been Installed Correctly?
Author: Mitten Building Products and Accessories
in July 2017
The key to successful vinyl siding installation is in the planning. Proper installation is the best way to ensure your vinyl siding looks great and will stay that way for a lifetime. The method of applying vinyl siding and soffit is essentially the same for new construction and renovation projects. In all installations, care should be taken to properly prepare your home’s exterior structure and it is always recommended that installers review local building codes before...
3 Things You Should Know About Insulating House Wrap
Author: Alex Habay
in July 2017
Before you start covering your house with exterior cladding, there is one important thing you must take into account and that is insulating house wrap. Applying insulating house wrap will help with temperature control, keep the seasonal elements out of your home and ultimately maximize comfort. The installation of insulating house wrap is essential to a comfortable home and here are 3 things you should know before making any decision about your next exterior design...
Mobile Website Design
Author: Mitten Building Products and Accessories
in June 2017
With 60% of Internet users now using their mobile devices to search, manufacturers need a responsive web design on their website. By using responsive design, websites have a "fluid” layout and fit to the size of the user’s phone, tablet, or desktop. Additional reasons why responsive websites are important include: 1. Better overall user experience – Navigating a non-mobile website on a smartphone can be extremely frustrating. When users try to view text or fill out an inquiry...
