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RE: Just cracked my living room window - curious what others paid to fix theirs?
Yeah, silicone can be a real pain. Learned that lesson the hard way when I replaced a cracked pane in my kitchen window last year. Thought it'd be a quick afternoon job...ended up spending hours scraping and cleaning up ...
RE: Window sticking? Here's a weird trick I learned
Beeswax definitely works better than soap in my experience too. Couple quick things I've noticed: - Soap tends to attract dirt and dust over time, making the sticking worse later on. - Beeswax stays cleaner and lasts lo...
RE: window install headaches in high altitude areas
Good question - I've noticed similar stuff at my place around 7,500 ft. A few things I've picked up over the years: - Hardware can stiffen up a bit at altitude, especially cheaper metal parts. Seems like the dry air and...
RE: finally got new windows and it's like a whole new house
Had something similar happen a few years back: - Replaced all the weather stripping, still felt drafts. - Checked attic insulation, seemed fine. - Eventually found the dryer vent flap stuck wide open... cold air pouring ...
RE: window replacement quotes all over the place - here's a tip
Good points there - ZIP tape's definitely reliable stuff. I've used both ZIP and 3M around my place, and honestly, either one gets the job done without headaches. Learned pretty quick that saving a few bucks on cheap tap...
RE: WINDOW ALWAYS FOGGY - IS THIS NORMAL OR AM I IN TROUBLE?
Yep, sounds like the seal's gone - had the same issue last year. Not a huge deal short-term, but eventually moisture can cause mold or damage. You thinking of replacing just the pane or the whole window?
RE: how much does window style really matter for your home's overall look?
Yep, went through that myself. Quick thoughts: - Wood looks great but maintenance can be a pain. - Fiberglass is practical - durable, low-maintenance, and still pretty convincing visually. Ended up choosing fiberglass......