Casement Windows vs. Sliding Windows: What’s The Difference

Choosing a replacement window style for your home can be both enjoyable and a bit overwhelming. There are tons of options to choose from, and you want to make sure to select windows that you’ll be happy with for many years to come—not just in terms of how they look, but also in terms of how they 

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Maintenance Guide for Baths & Showers

If you’re wondering how to clean your bath or shower, and how often you should be doing it, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve put together a quick list of maintenance tips that will help you keep your bathtub or shower fresh and clean so that it not only looks great for you and 

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Maintenance Guide for Exterior Doors

You recently had a new exterior doors installed on your home and they look amazing. The only challenge now is making sure they continue to look amazing moving forward. Maintaining an exterior door really isn’t all that difficult—the tricky part is just remembering to do it. Below are some tips from the home improvement pros 

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Cleaning & Maintaining Double Hung Windows

To keep your double hung windows looking great and working efficiently, regular cleaning and maintenance are recommended. Fortunately, double hung windows are among the easiest window style to clean and maintain. All you’ll need is an over-the-counter glass cleaner, paper towels or a few soft cloths, silicon lubricant spray, and, if your windows have metal 

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Facebook Sweepstakes Winner: Cindy George

TAMPA, FL. (May 2nd, 2019) – At West Shore Home, our mission is to bring happiness to every home. We understand that a home remodel can be stressful, and that it’s not always within our customers budgets to make those improvements happen when they need them. That’s why we created our Monthly Home Makeover Sweepstakes 

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How to Clean & Maintain Awning Windows

Awning windows are not quite as easy to clean as casement or double hung windows, but fortunately, most modern awning windows do have functional components that enable them to be cleaned from inside your home, which means you won’t have to get up on a ladder to complete the job. Cleaning the Screen, Glass & 

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How to Clean & Maintain Casement Windows

Casement windows are among the easiest styles of windows to clean and maintain. Because of their functional configuration, they can be cranked open a full 90 degrees, allowing you to clean them from inside your home rather than having to get up on a ladder. Cleaning the Screen, Glass & Frame Beginning with the window 

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Bath Remodel Tips: Think Twice Before Having Your Tub Reglazed

Is tub reglazing worth it? When it comes time for a bath remodel, many homeowners are tempted by the idea of reglazing rather than replacing their tubs. It seems easy enough—the tub’s already in place, so why not just apply a new layer of glaze? It’s just like slapping on a fresh coat of paint, 

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Acrylic Vs. Fiberglass Tub Remodeling

We often have people come into our showroom that are looking to replace an old fiberglass bathtub. Often times homes are built with fiberglass units, they are affordable, come in bulk and can not be customized; so home builders can install them quickly. Fiberglass is a cheap solution for builders but is not ideal as 

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