Summertime usually means more outdoor activities. While heading out, wooden doors may be sticky, getting stuck on the frame when opening and closing. This is often an issue for wooden doors. There are several reasons why this might be happening, and the persistence of the problem can lead you to look to a door supplier in Alaska for advice and guidance. Here’s a look at why this problem occurs, and what you can do to fix it or prevent it from happening. Humidity One of the biggest culprits for sticky doors is humidity. As the heat and humidity rises, wooden... View Article
In 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. The legislation, which is still in effect today, ensures people with disabilities have the same access to public facilities and services that people without disabilities do. It lays out a number of different regulations to help owners of public properties ensure this accessibility, including guidelines for interior signage, stairwells, handrails and commercial doors, among many other elements. All owners of public properties must make sure their properties are fully ADA compliant, or else they are subject to various fines and penalties. Here are some of the guidelines for commercial... View Article
In cold climates, revolving doors and automatic entrances are commonly found at the openings of nearly every commercial building. That’s because automatic and revolving doors can save businesses a substantial amount of energy, especially in extremely hot and cold months. Investing in revolving and automatic doors is a great way to minimize your company’s energy expenses and reduce your overall carbon footprint. There are a number of things that you should take into consideration before working with a door supplier in Alaska. For instance, you should determine the type of commercial door that best suits the needs of your business.... View Article
As a locally owned and operated glass shop in Alaska, the team here at Replacement Glass Co. Inc. knows how difficult it can be to run a small business. As a small business owner, you are likely always looking for ways to make your business more attractive to customers, more comfortable for employees and generally more efficient and profitable. One idea you might not have previously explored is investing in automatic commercial doors. Here is an overview of how your local Alaska glass shop can help improve your accessibility, enhance your comfort and help save your business money. Full accessibility... View Article
If you are looking into having a new door installed at your home or business, you might be wondering which material will be the most practical, convenient and attractive choice. Although Replacement Glass Co. Inc is primarily a glass shop in Alaska, we are proud to also sell aluminum doors to both businesses and homeowners all over the state, and we think they are a great option. Here is a closer look at the six main benefits of using aluminum doors, from your glass shop in Alaska. We hope this proves useful for all our valued customers and friends: Stability:... View Article
