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RE: City noise driving me nuts - soundproof curtains or acoustic windows?
Totally agree on acoustic glass being a huge upgrade over curtains. One thing I'd add though - before you dive into replacing frames, check if your current ones can handle secondary glazing. It's basically adding another...
RE: Struggling to find shades or curtains for huge windows
Totally agree on cellular shades being the real MVP for insulation. Installed some in a client's sunroom last winter, and they joked about finally being able to ditch their "indoor winter jackets." Motorized shades are g...
RE: Thinking about upgrading to energy-efficient windows, but are they worth it?
Good points there - weatherstripping and caulking can indeed work wonders if drafts are your main issue. But one thing to consider is that older windows often have single-pane glass, which doesn't insulate nearly as well...
RE: Thinking about replacing my windows - leaning toward Simonton, but my neighbor swears by Pella
Simonton makes solid windows, no doubt, and I've installed plenty without complaints. Fiberglass does have that slight advantage with thermal stability, but honestly, unless you're living in the Arctic or obsessively mea...
RE: ANYONE ELSE STRUGGLING TO FIND LOCAL ANDERSEN WINDOW PLACES?
Funny you mention that - I've actually noticed the opposite around here. Andersen dealers seem to be popping up more often, but ironically, it's the smaller, independent places that are carrying them rather than big box ...
RE: vinyl vs fiberglass windows for salty coastal air?
True, fiberglass does have the edge durability-wise, especially near the coast. But honestly, I've installed vinyl windows in beach houses that've lasted surprisingly well with proper maintenance - regular cleaning and o...