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RE: WINDOW STYLES FROM THE 50S AND 60S - WHICH ONES STILL WORK TODAY?
The fixed awning suggestion makes sense, particularly for a high row where ventilation and privacy are both useful. I’d treat the period styling as a secondary decision, though. For any of these retro-inspired options, l...
RE: Windows that won’t break the bank (or your off-grid dreams)
That’s a fair take on window film. I’ll admit, I was skeptical at first - looked at those shrink-wrap kits and thought, “This can’t possibly make a difference.” But after one winter of drafty nights and sky-high heating ...
RE: Cold drafts sneaking in? Saw this trick on the news
That’s been my main gripe with the plastic - my cat treats it like a personal scratching post. I’ll admit, the cost savings are real, especially if your windows are as drafty as mine (1920s house, so basically paper-thin...
RE: Anyone tried those see-through solar windows for their home?
Honestly, I’ve yet to see a “magic bullet” either. After tightening up our place, we tried trickle vents in the window frames - helped a bit, but not perfect. Sometimes I think the old-school approach of just cracking a ...
RE: Letting in more light without roasting your living room
Cellular shades do look sleeker, but I’m not convinced they’re as effective at insulation as heavy curtains, especially in older homes with drafty windows. I tried them in my last place and still felt the heat creeping i...
RE: New windows: energy savings or curb appeal - what's worth more?
I get the appeal of new windows - ours were original to the house, mid-70s, and you could literally feel the breeze some days. I went back and forth for a couple years, mostly because the quotes were higher than I expect...
RE: What if you had to pick curtains for every room but could only use one fabric?
I’ve read some of those studies too, and honestly, I’m still not convinced the color of the lining makes a huge difference for heat retention. From what I understand, white linings reflect more sunlight, which helps keep...
RE: Cheap ways to dress up boring window frames?
That’s actually a solid point - color does a lot of heavy lifting when it comes to distracting from imperfections. I’ve tried filling gaps on my 1950s windows more times than I care to admit, and you’re right, wood fille...