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Storm Doors
My mom was a single mother for quite a while when I was growing up. She
was really good about taking care of everything about the house, even
when she struggled with some of them. One problem that seemed to plague
her each year was getting the storm doors to turn into regular,
summer-friendly doors. It should have been simple enough, but we all
have those simple tasks that just seem to be too hard to handle.
Storm doors have a variety of uses, but some don’t have them.
The main purpose is to keep some of the weather out each winter, if you
live where that is a problem. Some have doors that they take on and
off, and some have storm doors like my mom had. The screen part is
replaced by window with each seasonal change. This little change can
make a huge difference when it comes to keeping some of the drafts out
and the heat in. It’s nice to have screen in the summer, but
it’s immensely impractical for the winter months.
Those that do not live where winter is a problem have a good use for
storm doors as well. Wet weather comes and goes, but when it gets bad,
or when mother nature is lashing out, these doors can help keep some
moisture out. This protects the home and also the door that it covers.
The same can be said for periods of high winds. There are times when
the wind can actually blow off storm doors, but they can offer some
protection when they are needed the most. If you get a lot of damage,
you may need more secure doors. Those at your local home improvement
store can often help you with this and will give you some good
recommendations.
To make the most of your screen doors, pick times each year to change
them. If you change the entire door, find a good space to store them
where they will not get warped or rust. The basement is good if you do
not have a problem with water. You can also use a storage shed, as long
as you know it is secure. The same can be said if you simply change
part of your storm doors from glass to screen each year. Take care of
them and they will take care of you and your home when you need that
protection the most.
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