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vinyl, wood, fiberglass windows...curious which you prefer and why?
Random fact I stumbled on today - fiberglass windows expand and contract almost exactly the same rate as glass itself,…
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…
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…
Triple pane windows actually worth it for noise?
We recently moved into a place that's pretty close to a busy street, and the traffic noise was driving me…
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,…
My Experience With Pella Windows - Worth the Hype?
We recently replaced our old windows with some Pella Lifestyle series ones, and honestly, I'm pretty impressed. The noise reduction…
WINDOW STYLES FROM THE 50S AND 60S - WHICH ONES STILL WORK TODAY?
Been thinking about updating the windows in our place, and I keep getting drawn back to those sleek, retro styles…
best windows for chilly mountain weather?
Hey folks, I'm thinking about replacing some windows in our cabin up in the mountains. Winters get pretty harsh here,…