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RE: Sliding vs. double-hung vinyl windows: which install is less of a headache?
I get where you’re coming from with sliders acting up in cold weather. Had a similar thing happen last winter - thought I’d done something wrong with the install, but after pulling it apart, turned out the track had just...
RE: Getting help with window upgrades: what’s actually available?
That’s exactly how I felt the first time I tried to tackle the paperwork - just endless hoops. It’s weird, because the savings do add up, but sometimes it feels like you need a spreadsheet just to keep track of what’s ne...
RE: Why is outside noise STILL getting through my windows?
Secondary glazing is actually pretty effective, at least in my experience. I did a DIY version on two of my bedroom windows last winter - used acrylic panels and magnetic strips. It wasn’t cheap, but definitely less than...
RE: WHY IS WINDOW ENERGY EFFICIENCY SO CONFUSING? U-FACTOR VS R-VALUE RANT
I hear you on the brain fog with U-factor vs. R-value. It’s like they’re speaking two different languages for the same thing, and you have to keep flipping the math in your head. When I did my kitchen reno last summer, I...
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RE: Which is more annoying: smart window disconnects or battery problems?
I totally get the masking tape trick - did that for a while, but then the tape itself started peeling off before the battery died, so that backfired. One thing I’ve found helps a bit: I keep a small stash of coin cells t...
RE: Swapping out old windows for fiberglass: totally worth the effort?
That’s exactly what tripped me up - fiberglass frames just don’t have any give, so if your opening isn’t plumb or square, you’re in for a headache. I had to shim way more than with vinyl. Out of curiosity, did you notice...
RE: Finally won the battle against soggy window frames
MS polymer definitely has its perks, but I wouldn't completely write off polyurethane yet. I've found that proper prep and application make a huge difference - like sanding thoroughly, using a good primer, and applying t...
RE: Finally upgraded to Kolbe windows, anyone else notice a difference?
Kolbes are definitely a solid upgrade - I swapped mine in about three years ago and noticed the difference immediately, especially with noise reduction. One thing I'd add about insulation: fiberglass batting can still wo...