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Interior & Exterior Window Finishes

Factory-black vinyl laminate or paint later?

Started by alex_meow

1. Associated Materials Innovations announced in Febr... alex_meow

Interior Decor & Window Treatments

Surprising History Behind Made-To-Order Blinds - Is It Worth It?

Started by katievolunteer

1. The six-week wait makes more sense for a living ro... adamleaf237
2. I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I’ve... finance_mario
3. That’s the thing - once you’ve drilled into the mo... raymitchell88
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Milgard Windows

TRYING TO FIGURE OUT IF MILGARD WINDOWS ARE WORTH THE COST

Started by charlie_woof

1. The big price spread may be less about “Milgard vs... adventure_mocha
2. I'm looking into replacing some old drafty windows... charlie_woof

Replacement Window Financing & Payment Options

What does 0% financing for replacement windows actually require?

Started by ai384

1. An 18-month, 0%-interest window financing offer ca... ai384

DIY Removing Old Windows

best way to get old window frames out cleanly?

Started by fitness417

1. The thin putty knife is a good way to spread the p... animation_phoenix
2. Definitely agree with scoring first - makes a huge... builder55
3. I've done this a couple of times, and honestly, I'... snorkeler98

Windows in Cold & Snowy Climates

Interior Storm Panel or Shrink Film for a Drafty 36 x 60 Double-Pane Window?

Started by aaronc33

1. I’m comparing two temporary fixes for a roughly 36... aaronc33

Heating & Cooling Efficiency Window Tips

CURTAIN CONUNDRUM: CAN FABRIC REALLY FIGHT THE COLD?

Started by sammoore361

1. That “still air pocket” only works well if the cur... aaron_martin4776
2. The draft-blocking point is especially important i... adamb13
3. Heavy curtains do help a bit, but honestly, their ... pmitchell52

Window Replacement DIY vs Professional Cost Savings

How do you calculate real DIY window labor savings?

Started by alex_sage

1. I’m trying to compare DIY installation with a cont... alex_sage

Pella Windows

finally upgraded my windows and couldn't be happier

Started by joshua_hiker

1. I’d qualify the “triple-pane is probably overkill”... amoore72
2. Totally agree on the installation point - seen way... rain_hill
3. Yeah, double-pane usually hits that sweet spot for... bcampbell85
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Marvin Windows

Fiberglass windows holding up way better than vinyl after 5 yrs

Started by explorer31

1. The south-side performance mentioned here is where... adventure_nate
2. I've had fiberglass windows in for about four year... foodie88
3. We switched to fiberglass about six years ago, and... mjones54