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RE: Preserve a nailed-in wood window or cut the frame out?
Since the trim and siding are being reused, I’d avoid prying hard against either one. A 36-by-48-inch window is manageable, but the frame can still release suddenly once the old nails or paint bonds let go. If lead pain...
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RE: Battling That Black Stuff on Window Sills - What Actually Works?
This is so true. I used to think a quick wipe and some paint would do the trick, but nope - mold’s got a sense of humor. I’ve had better luck after letting things dry out for a couple days too, but sometimes I wonder if ...
RE: Would you take out a loan just to get new windows?
I get where you’re coming from, but sometimes waiting just costs more in the long run. My old windows were drafty as heck and my heating bill was insane every winter. Took out a small loan to replace them and honestly, t...
RE: Total blackout or layered curtains: which actually works better?
Yeah, I totally get the struggle with old window frames. My place was built in the 50s and the windows are just... quirky. Tried the layered curtain thing at first - looked nice, but honestly, as soon as the sun hit a ce...
RE: If you had to pick: cordless blinds or shades for a house with kids and pets?
That remote-on-the-fridge trick is genius. I wish I'd thought of that before my toddler decided our shade remotes were chew toys... I went through something similar - moved into a place with all these nice-looking cordl...
RE: Finally got those dingy window frames looking new again - anyone else have a cleaning win?
Totally get what you mean about the magic eraser - those things are like little sandpaper pads in disguise. I tried one on my painted baseboards and ended up with dull spots where the shine used to be… lesson learned. Mi...
RE: Thinking about privacy glass for home windows - worth the hype?
We went with privacy glass in our bathroom after dealing with the peeling film drama - honestly, best decision ever. It does make things darker, but like you said, tweaking the lighting helps a ton. Worth the splurge eve...
RE: Struggling to find shades or curtains for huge windows
Motorized shades sound awesome, especially for those huge windows... I've been tempted to try them myself but worried about the DIY aspect. Did you find it tricky to set up the motorization part, or was it pretty straigh...