Windows discussions and local services.
art791
Discussion activity
Topics and replies this member has contributed.
RE: How do you usually fix stuck or squeaky window locks?
I’ve been in the same boat - our 1920s windows are a constant project. For me, the tipping point was when I realized I was spending more time sanding and re-lubricating swollen sashes than actually enjoying the house. I ...
RE: Surprised to Learn Simonton Offers 0% Financing? Here’s What I Found
That “no penalty” clause tripped me up once - figured I was in the clear, but turns out they needed a certified letter for early payoff. Not fun. It’s wild how a single overlooked sentence can add weeks to the process......
RE: WINDOW BRANDS CLAIM TOUGHNESS, BUT DO THEY REALLY HOLD UP?
Interesting - orientation really does seem to make a difference. Our south-facing vinyl windows started showing some slight discoloration after about five years, but the ones on the shaded side are holding up fine. Has a...
RE: Sliding vs. double-hung vinyl windows: which install is less of a headache?
I’m with you on the cleaning pain - my old double-hungs had tilt-in sashes, and I underestimated how much I’d miss that until I tried scrubbing my new sliders from a rickety step stool. Install was definitely easier with...
RE: Making sense of window upgrades: swapping air for argon
I ran into this exact thing last winter. Tried the shrink film, and it looked fine until the temps dropped - then condensation started pooling up behind it. Turns out, my bathroom fan wasn’t venting properly, so humidity...
RE: If you had to pick: cordless blinds or shades for a house with kids and pets?
I hear you on the winter stickiness - that’s actually what made me hesitate on cordless too. In my last place, the cordless shades in the living room would get stiff whenever the temps dropped, even though they were supp...
RE: Which windows actually keep out city noise?
I swapped out the original single-pane windows in my place for double-pane with a wider air gap, and honestly, the improvement was noticeable - but not perfect. I still hear low-frequency stuff, like trucks rumbling by, ...
RE: When is a foggy window just weather, and when is it a problem?
That’s a relief about the popsicle - been there with mystery smudges and fingerprints. I’d say you’re handling it the right way. Normal condensation on the inside surface (the part you can touch) is just physics - warm m...
RE: Keeping Cool: Best Window Choices for Sweltering Summers?
Seriously, it’s like living in a greenhouse some days. I finally bit the bullet and replaced two of our worst offenders with double-pane low-E glass - huge difference, but my wallet definitely felt it. The rest are still...
RE: Window letting in cold air - any quick fixes?
Haha, been there... my first attempt looked like a bad sci-fi set. Agree with the caulking tip too; it's underrated. Another quick fix I've found helpful is draft stoppers - those fabric tubes filled with rice or beans. ...