Make A Small Space Bigger

Don't be confined by small spaces - simply trick your eye into thinking it's bigger!

Mirrors are a great way to expand the look of a room by reflecting the available light and making the space appear larger.

Mirrors are also a great way to change up the look of a room and accent pieces of furniture or home decor.

Century Glass offers a wide array of mirrors to choose from and can help you customize a mirror to fit a particular space or style. From standard mirrors to framed options - talk with Century Glass about your choices.

Energy Efficient Bath Features

In honor of Earth Day, this week's post is about ways you can make your bathroom more energy efficient - a plus for both the environment and your wallet!

1. Install a low-flow shower head
2. Fix any leaky faucets or plumbing
3. Purchase ENERGY STAR light bulbs and fixtures
4. Look for appliances with the EPA's WaterSense logo when it comes time to update
5. Consider a tankless hot water heater for warm water on demand

One of the best and easiest ways to conserve water is to shower instead of bathe.  Make your shower a serene space where you'll want to be! Visit our showroom to see a wide variety of available options!

Auto Glass Repair

You're driving down the road when out of no where a rock hits your windshield and leaves a small crack.  The crack is small now...but will it grow?

Cracks from rocks often start small but can quickly expand especially when in extreme temperatures such as the heat of South Carolina summers.  Water and dirt can also get inside of the crack and cause it to grow.

Contact your auto insurer and explain your situation. You may have coverage for a full repair. Regardless, it's important to take your car to an auto glass professional to prevent any further damage to your automobile.

Century Glass is an auto glass repair expert with quick local service. Get a quote from us today and we'll have you back up and running in no time!

Attending a housewarming? Fun gift ideas!

Looking for the perfect gift idea for a new homeowner? We’ve got some unique takes on traditional gifts that might just fit the bill.

Housewarming parties and gifts are an old tradition thought to have originated in France. The term 

“housewarming” comes from the old custom of providing firewood to heat a new home. These days there are many takes on the idea of a housewarming gift – meant instead to warm the hearts of those receiving.

1. Board Games – A fun way to prepare new homeowners for hosting friends in their new home.

2. Wreath – To add curb appeal to a new home, gift the homeowners with a seasonal wreath, door mat or porch décor.

3. Something personal – Considering personalizing a household item with the homeowners name or initials – examples are a cutting board, dish towels or photo frame.

4. Theme baskets – If you like to be a little more creative in your gift assembly, consider a theme basket. Put together a grouping of like items such as cleaning supplies, pasta night dinner kit, cookie ingredients, or a movie night basket.

5. Stationary – A fun way to celebrate the new home is with stationary and a custom return address stamp – complete with the homeowners name and new address!

What are some of your favorite ways to celebrate a housewarming?

Unique Ideas for Easter Eggs

Easter weekend is quickly approaching and we thought you might like some fresh ideas on an old tradition - the Easter Egg. Click on the photos below for details on how to make each egg yourself.

1. Use Glitter!

The blog www.the36thavenue is full of ideas including using glitter for a sparkling twist on egg decor.

2. Melted Crayons

Over at www.jennaburger.com get instructions on using melted crayons for a unique and kid-friendly way of decorating.

3. Even Shaving Cream

Make use of household item like shaving cream to create wonderful egg designs. Find instructions at www.katiescrochetgoodies.com

What's the value?

Planning a home remodel project?

Maybe you're considering a bath remodel - new shower?

Or you're thinking of upgrading and replacing your windows?

Well if you're thinking of how these projects might affect your resale value, look no further than the link below!

Once you see the value these two projects can bring to your home, visit Century Glass to get started!

http://www.remodeling.hw.net/cost-vs-value/2014/

Spring into Cleaning

Spring is right around the corner and it’s time to dig out from winter’s doldrums. There’s an hour more of daylight which means more time to get things done around the house – including a jump start on spring cleaning!

For some tips on how to make your spring cleaning as efficient and effective as possible read below, then let us know what you do as part of your spring cleaning routine! 

Spring Cleaning Tips:

Make sure your tools are ready! Use a clean mop head, empty out the vacuum filter and pull out your gloves! Keep your cleaning supplies in a bucket with you as you move around the house.

Go room to room with a trash bag. Gather everything that needs to be thrown away from each room including trash, papers, receipts, old magazines, etc.

Dust from top to bottom which allows all dust and lint to accumulate and be vacuumed at the end of the process. Work from left to right, top to bottom.

Spray bathroom or kitchen hard surfaces with cleanser and let sit while you work on other areas of the house. The longer the cleanser sits the easier it will be to wipe up without too much scrubbing.

Don’t feel like you need to clean each room at a time. Focus on a task such as dusting and dust the whole house. Then focus on windows, floors, baseboards, etc. without spending all day working in just one room.

For more ideas on Spring Cleaning check out Pinterest for checklists and helpful hints.