Style Scouting: Vol. 262

Happy Sunday – I hope all is going well for you on this fine October morning, afternoon or evening – whenever it is that you are reading this.

This past week I have been getting exterior door replacement quotes. Over the summer Ed and I noticed that the glass in the Pella sliding glass doors in the kitchen and living room in our house have become quite foggy with age. Especially the door in the living room. Since moving into the house 10 years ago they have always been a bit foggy which is normal for their age as they are the original doors from when the house was built in 1974.

We always knew they would need replacing one day. I was hoping that just the glass could be replaced, like we had done on the two glass panels that frame the front entry door of the house.

I have had 3 estimates so far to get these doors replaced and while we were getting the estimates done we might as well replace the same style and size 3-door slider in the multi-purpose room that used to be my studioffice.

I had no idea just how expensive it would be to get the three doors replaced. $30,000 to $75,000 to replace the 3. The big difference in price is how well the doors are bulit and if they have custom features like having white interior and the exterior to match the color of the house.

I have a list of window and door companies and will get more estimates from all of them before deciding who to go with.

So now that I am in waiting mode, I have a question for you. Have you had sliding glass doors replaced with new ones in your home? If so, what company did you use and were you happy with the new doors?

Now onto the links I found for you this week.

Decorating

This home is filled with color and character both inside and out. (open in same tab)

Blending modern convenience with European elegance while preserving a home’s historic charm.  (open in same tab)

If you are looking for ideas on how to decorate your front porch for fall, here are a few ideas. (open in same tab)

DIY

I know I could buy this and I may. (open in same tab) But, I like the classic simple design on this DIY version Christmas countdown calendar better. (open in same tab)

How to paint a wall to look like plaid. (open in same tab)

If you like the look of vintage art, here is a way you can make your own. (open in same tab)

These funny pumpkin carving ideas. (open in same tab)

Organizing

Here is one very good reason to keep your home and life organized. (open in same tab)

Fashion & Beauty

I want to have a party to celebrate autumn or be invited to an autumn themed evening event so I can wear this. (open in same tab)

Fun & Interesting

What retirement might look like for the characters of the TV show Friends. (open in same tab)

Homes with the most clever features. (open in same tab)

The Hallmark movie lineup for this year. (open in same tab)

Something to Think About

Doctor-approved ways to use ChatGPT for health advice. (open in same tab)

Life’s simple pleasures are the best. (open in same tab)

“Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go.” – unknown