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RE: Keeping kids safe with upstairs windows—what actually works?

Yeah, same here. Those stoppers lasted about three days before my twins had them out and were tossing them around the room. Ended up going with the me...

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RE: Trading old windows for energy savings: a homeowner’s dilemma

Had the same thing happen after I swapped out my old sashes for new sealed units. Didn’t realize how much those drafty frames were actually helping wi...

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RE: WHAT MADE YOUR WINDOW QUOTE JUMP? MATERIALS VS. INSTALLATION

That hits home. When I did my windows, the “premium install” line item was mostly about the crew taking their time. My neighbor went with a cheaper in...

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RE: Torn between Simonton's contemporary vs traditional picture window styles

We had a similar experience when we renovated our 1930s bungalow. At first, I was dead set on keeping everything traditional—those multi-pane windows ...

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RE: Budgeting for new windows—how do you approach it?

Ha, same here. When we replaced ours, I stacked the old windows neatly by the curb with a "free" sign. Figured they'd sit there for days, but nope—gon...

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RE: Finally Beat the Foggy Window Battle This Winter

Totally agree about the shrink-wrap kits. I used to be skeptical, honestly thought they were just cheap plastic gimmicks. But last winter, after my DI...

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RE: Just found out my new windows might be haunted, thanks to the power company

Had the same issue with our south-facing vinyl frames—every sunny afternoon sounded like popcorn popping in slo-mo. Switched to wood frames, quiet eve...

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RE: Replacing torn window screens—anyone else struggle with this?

Yeah, heat definitely makes a difference. I learned that the hard way too—tried replacing screens on a blazing hot day once, and it looked perfect unt...

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RE: just installed my own window trim—easier than I thought?

I've had mixed luck pulling tape while silicone's wet—sometimes it smears a bit. Found that waiting just until it's tacky works better for me. Ever tr...

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RE: Double or triple pane windows—worth the extra cash in freezing temps?

Had some minor condensation with double-pane in the bathroom window during deep winter mornings...nothing major, but noticeable. Curious if anyone's f...