Spring is the perfect time of year to take on home improvement projects, and one area that may need attention is your windows. If you're in need of window replacements, the Marvin Elevate Collection at Manchester Millwork is a great option to consider. The Marvin Elevate Collection offers high-quality, energy-efficient windows that can help improve the comfort and aesthetics of your home. These windows are designed to withstand the elements and provide reliable performance...
Continue readingA Beginner’s Guide to Millwork: Understanding What’s Included
Millwork refers to any type of woodwork that is produced in a mill or woodworking shop. It typically includes a wide range of products, such as doors, windows, moldings, trim, paneling, and other decorative woodwork. Millwork can be custom-made to fit the specific needs and design preferences of a particular project, or it can be produced in standard sizes and styles for use in various applications. Some examples of the millwork products and components...
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At Manchester Millwork we choose to partner with Marvin to connect your home to the outside world. Marvin is a family-owned and operated cedar and lumber company specializing in Windows and Doors has been creating and enhancing homes since 1912. In the past year, our homes have become more important than ever before. Marvin strives to provide windows and doors to give you a space where you can “live, work, think and feel.” They...
Continue readingHow To: Prepare your Windows for the Cold Winter
Winter is coming, and it’s going to be a long, cold one! And with all the extra time we’re spending inside in 2020, it’s important to make sure your home is ready for the elements. Sure, being at home more has made utility bills climb higher, but it has also allowed us the time to take a good look at our homes and the areas we want to improve. One way to lower your...
Continue readingCase Study: Custom Built Home in Colchester, CT
The Project: One-of-a-Kind Custom Built Home in Colchester, CT The Goal: To provide the Homeowners with the best options available in windows and patio doors and to work with the general contractor to deliver windows specified on the blueprints by the architect. Why we were Contacted: We were contacted due to a relationship we had with the homeowner. We had been in contact throughout the process, and before the prints were completed the owners...
Continue readingPrep your Windows & Doors to Beat the Summer Heat!
PREP YOUR WINDOWS AND DOORS TO BEAT THE SUMMER HEAT It’s officially summer, and the AC is crankin! Temperatures are high, times are unpredictable, and spending money unnecessarily is a bit scary right now… We could all use some tips for cooling down our homes while savinig money on our energy bill. Read our tips for what you can do today to keep the heat out and cool air in: TIPS: KEEP OUT THE...
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