You won’t believe the amount of styles and materials to choose from when it comes to picking out the right windows for your home. Whether you’re looking forawning, bay & bow, casement, gliding, pass-through, single or double hung, or specialty; Johnson Brothers can help with any of your window needs.

One thing to consider before choosing the style of your window is to take into consideration the climate you live in. As a homeowner, you never want to overlook the importance of proper installation. Choosing energy-efficient windows can help minimize the costs of heating and cooling depending on where you live.

Energy efficient windows can substantially reduce the amount of energy and costs associated with heating and cooling. You’ll save more money on heat in the winter, and more on cooling in the summer. Along with saving energy, you’ll notice improved comfort, reduced condensation, and even reduced fading on furniture.

Next, it’s extremely important that you pick the right frame material for your windows not only to suit the style of your home but to maximize performance and efficiency. Selecting the right frames can result in long-lasting, durable windows that are low-maintenance. Here are some materials you may want to consider:

Wood
Classy, traditional, and beautiful, wood is a fantastic framing material to go with if you’re looking for strength and rigidity. All wood at Johnson Brothers has cladding that resists harsh elements and provides you with a low-maintenance exterior.

Vinyl Clad
Modern and sleek, vinyl is basically time-proof. Our vinyl windows are wood at the core, with an exterior layer of vinyl material for protective cladding. This combination is far stronger and weather resistant than frames solely made of vinyl.

Composite (Fibrex Material)
A unique blend of 40 percent wood fiber by weight and 60 percent thermoplastic polymer by weight is 2X stronger than vinyl. Fibrex Material resists rot, decay, and fungal growth. With this material you won’t have to worry about flaking, blistering, peeling, or corroding.

Aluminum Clad
Versatile and maintenance-free, Aluminum material can almost entirely resist the elements. Aluminum framing gives you the option to get creative with different colors and shapes for your window frame. With aluminum, your cladding will be thicker and stronger than most.

Fiberglass
Tough and weather resistant, fiberglass frames provide you with protection and durability. With beautiful strong wood interiors, fiberglass frames keep your exteriors sturdy and maintenance-free. The combinations of wood and fiberglass make windows rigid but lightweight at the same time.

New windows are an important investment; knowing how to choose the right style & materials gives you the reward of better lighting, comfort, security, and efficiency. You can do it all with the help from Johnson Brothers without having to do a whole home remodel. We offer brands such as Andersen, Marvin, Coeur d’ Alene & more. Visit our Idaho Falls or Boise showroom for information on your window inquiries.

Finding the door hardware that brings your vision to life and suits your home’s style is not  deceptively complex. Even the smallest change can make a big impression, so choosing hardware that not only looks great, but also increases your home’s security and functionality is vital. 

Whether you’re selecting doorknobs, locks, handles, levers or latches, the details all work together to create a signature style. And the best part is that you don’t need to undertake a full-on demo or remodel project to realize a huge transformation.

The new look shouldn’t just enhance the appearance of the door itself, but should also compliment the rest of the home’s exterior, including light fixtures, windows, or even patio furniture. Consider every aspect of your home’s exterior to create a lasting first impression. 

No matter your preferences – door knobs, or levers, sleek and modern, or rustic and hand-crafted, Johnson Brothers has an array of top-quality hardware that’ll look and work like new for years to come.  

As the key transition-piece between the interior and exterior of your home, it’s important to select door hardware that also provides the proper level of security to suit your needs. And if you haven’t looked lately, the door lock game has changed substantially in the past few years. Along with conventional keyed locks, smart locks and retrofit smart locks are now options that can bolster the security or nearly any home. 

Conventional and electronic locks don’t have the most advanced features, but they provide a substantial, efficient barrier between your home’s interior and what lies outside.

To add convenience to security, smart locks can feature remote control, voice control, access logs, and more. Many of these innovations have become the norm in new-construction homes.

Retrofit smart locks provide a system to add the features of smart locks to an existing key-and-deadbolt lock. The strength of these locks is dependent on the original deadbolt, so it’s important to have strong existing deadbolt hardware to build on.

Before choosing your door lock hardware, be sure to consider your home’s overall accessibility, neighborhood, lock grades, and the level convenience you prefer. A quality deadbolt system is an expense you’ll never regret.

And if the selection process seems overwhelming, you’re in luck! We’ve got a friendly, professional staff that can help you navigate the options. We’re proud to offer hardware brands from Schlage, Emtek, and Sure-Loc. Visit our Idaho Falls or Boise showroom today to view our vast selection of hardware or to inquire about special orders.

Every home needs exterior doors. As the entryway to your home and one of the first impressions made on guests, finding a door that compliments your home’s design and personality takes some consideration, but is truly a fun way to set your home apart and boost your style factor. 

If natural light is something you thrive on, you’ll want to consider an exterior door with a window. This provides a modern look while naturally brightening up your home. If a contemporary look is more your style, choosing an exterior door with several windows is another factor to consider. An exterior door with several windows also nicely complements homes painted with light colors. 

If you really want to match your exterior doors with the design of your home, you can easily purchase your doors custom-made at Johnson Brothers. Customizing your doors is a great way to make your home more unique and appealing. Some customizable options to consider for your exterior door may include: color, material (wood, metal, fiberglass, etc.) and decorative or access panels.

Depending on the style of your home, you might also want to choose specific features for your exterior door. For a home with a  modern look, you may want to go with an exterior door that is sleek in appearance. If your home has a country look, choosing an exterior door with wood or metal features may be the right way to go. Homes with industrial themes look great with steel elements on an exterior door. 

At Johnson Brother’s we offer a wide range of quality door suppliers that you can trust for any small or large project. We’re proud to work with brands such as Marvin, Andersen/Eagle, Coeur d’ Alene and Western vinyl windows and doors.

Remember, your door is one of the first things people see as soon as they approach your home. Choosing the right style for your exterior door will help make your home more distinguishable and unique.