Spending on home remodeling up 8.2 percent as new construction drops 23.5 percent WARROAD, Minn., Feb. 16, 2010 – Home remodeling is a bright spot in the troubled U.S. construction industry, according to Marvin Windows and Doors, the nation’s largest maker of wood and clad wood windows and doors. Year-end figures from the U.S. Commerce [...]

All wood species are now FSC-certified; majority are SFI-certified WARROAD, Minn. – Marvin Windows and Doors’ continues its commitment to green principles with the addition of FSC-certified (QMI-COC-001058) and SFI-certified woods.  These third-party chain of custody certifications from the Sustainable Forestry Initiative and the Forest Stewardship Council will be available on Marvin windows and patio [...]

Marvin’s sliding patio and sliding French doors now have an innovative option with the addition of the Low Profile Sill.   Just ¾” off the base flooring, the Low Profile Sill provides an easy transition between indoor and outdoor spaces.  Those looking for a clean look will appreciate the Low Profile Sill’s flush profile. The Low [...]

Marvin Windows and Doors continues to add to its Ultimate Casement line with the addition of the cleverly concealed Retractable Screen.  This creative screening solution allows screen operators to glide the screen into position when needed.  When not needed, it folds neatly into the jamb and is almost invisible. The Retractable Screen is available on [...]

Building on a legacy of industry-leading innovation, Marvin Windows and Doors introduces the Ultimate Venting Picture Window – a window that provides the unique combination of unobstructed views and cross ventilation. The window’s sash projects outward to reveal a screened-in opening that vents stagnant air, reduces condensation and keeps out insects. “Marvin’s Ultimate Venting Picture [...]

Marvin’s innovative Ultimate Casement is now available for Impact Zone 3.  This new addition to the “Ultimate” collection will continue to add to Marvin’s value and offer great features for builders, remodelers, architects and homeowners. Not only are these new windows beautiful, with many design and large sizing options, but they are also easy to install [...]

The latest addition to Marvin’s Ultimate Casement line of windows is tres jolie indeed. The Ultimate Push Out French Casement is a new window with classic styling and modern features, like a revolutionary wash mode that allows exterior glass to be washed from the inside, that make it appropriate for a variety of uses. The [...]

Marvin Windows and Doors introduces our largest door ever: the Ultimate Lift and Slide. Built to impress, the Ultimate Lift and Slide is built on a track system that allows door panels to open up a room while leaving the view intact.   The Ultimate Lift and Slide is available in two configurations:  pocket and [...]

“Learn From Lou” how simple steps can save money, help you live more comfortably this winter Warroad, Minn., December 9, 2009 – The first big snowstorm of the season is socking Americans from coast to coast, marking the arrival of winter. But it’s not too late to take a few simple steps to winterize your [...]

Homeowners shift spending to renovation and replacement, says Marvin Windows and Doors Marvin responds with innovative replacement window and door products, consumer information Warroad, Minn., December 2, 2009 – Spending on home improvement surged 8.7 percent in October as American homeowners responded to tax credits, according to Marvin Windows and Doors, the nation’s largest manufacturer [...]