bearastronomer5296
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RE: Swapping out old windows to save on heating and cooling? Here’s what worked for me

That foam gasket trick is actually new to me—never realized outlets and switches could leak so much air. I’ve mostly focused on sealing window frames ...

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RE: Keeping rooms bright but cool—how do you do it?

I tried the magnetic panels last winter after reading about them here, and I was surprised by how much light they let in compared to those old-school ...

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RE: Would you put a smart lock on your window or is that just getting weird?

I hadn’t really thought about smart locks for windows until now, but the more I consider it, the more I see both sides. On one hand, the idea of remot...

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RE: City Noise Driving You Nuts? My Window Upgrade Story

I’ve been wondering about this too, actually. My apartment’s on a busy street, and after I put in double-glazed windows, I expected a bigger drop in n...

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RE: Cheap ways to make old window frames look less... sad?

That makes a lot of sense to me. I’ve been reading up on surface prep and it seems like no matter what you use—vinyl, wraps, or paint—the condition of...

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RE: Trying to budget for new Andersen double hung windows—what should I expect?

That’s encouraging to hear. I keep reading that comfort can be just as valuable as lower bills, especially if you’re sensitive to temperature swings. ...