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Windows that won’t break the bank (or your off-grid dreams)
Picture this: you’re halfway through building your tiny cabin in the woods, and you realize you forgot to budget for windows. Now…
Read the discussionWould you splurge or save on Jeld-Wen windows if you were building from scratch?
How do you usually fix stuck or squeaky window locks?
Quick poll time: when your window hardware acts up (like sticky locks, handles that won’t turn, etc.), do you try to fix it…
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Questions, details, and experience from the people doing the work.
Anyone else notice their vinyl window frames losing color?
Noticed recently that the vinyl frames around my windows aren't looking as vibrant as they used to. They're kinda dull…
Double-hung sash drifting sideways: balance, pivot shoe, or frame issue?
My double-hung sash has started moving sideways as I raise and lower it. One side drops slightly and rubs the…
anyone else tried sealing windows themselves to save cash?
Last weekend I decided to finally tackle sealing my drafty windows myself. Um, let's just say it involved a lot…
Interior storm insert or exterior leak repair first?
If rain is getting past a replacement window, would you use an interior storm insert as a short-term measure, or…
How Much Vinyl Frame Clearance Is Enough for Seasonal Expansion?
How much movement should a vinyl replacement window have before it’s considered an installation problem rather than normal thermal expansion?…
vinyl windows - worth the upgrade when selling your home?
Thinking about swapping out my old windows for vinyl ones before listing my house...but I'm kinda on the fence. Quick…
Simonton Double-Hung Sash Dropping After Tilt-In Cleaning
One sash on a Simonton double-hung window is suddenly difficult to raise and will drop several inches when released. It…
Attached quote seems super expensive. Help please
First time window buyer here. From everything I’m seeing online this seems really expensive but wanted to see if I’m…