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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…
Read the discussionLetting more sun in without major renos - what’s worked for you?
Would you put a smart lock on your window or is that just getting weird?
Okay, hear me out: what if you could slap a smart lock on your windows, not just your doors? Like, you get an…
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Safe Cleaning Methods for Low-E Glass and Hard-Water Residue
What cleaning routine do you use for low-E glass, particularly when the coating may be on an exposed interior surface?…
Trying to figure out window insulation ratings - anyone else confused?
Last weekend, my husband and I decided it was finally time to replace the windows in our old house. They're…
Window won't tilt open anymore - here's what I tried
My window decided to stop tilting open yesterday, and after some poking around, I figured out the little metal mechanism…
WINDOWS LEAKING COLD AIR AGAIN - ANY DIY HACKS?
Last night, I swear I felt like I was camping in my own bedroom. The windows are old and drafty,…
Struggling to Find the Perfect Curtains for My Oddly Shaped Windows
We moved into our new place about two months ago, and I absolutely love it, but there's one thing that's…
Wired Contacts or Wireless Sensors for HVAC Window Rules?
I’m weighing wired magnetic contacts against wireless window sensors for an HVAC rule: if a window stays open, pause heating…
ever tried installing windows yourself? hypothetical scenario here...
Okay, picture this: you wake up one Saturday morning feeling super ambitious and decide today's the day you're finally gonna…
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…