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RE: Why does mold love window sills so much?
Honestly, those little dehumidifiers are kinda like putting a band-aid on a leaky pipe. They might help a bit, but if you’re getting that much condensation, it’s usually a sign the humidity in the whole room’s too high o...
RE: WOULD YOU PATCH UP A CRACKED FIBERGLASS WINDOW FRAME OR JUST REPLACE IT?
Man, that hits home. I’ve patched plenty of frames for folks who just aren’t ready to drop cash on a new window, and for hairline stuff, epoxy usually holds up okay. But I’ve seen a few “quick fixes” come back to haunt p...
RE: Smart glass windows at home: worth it or just a fancy gimmick?
That’s interesting - never thought I’d see the day something beat blackout curtains in the glare department. Did you notice any difference in the room temp too, or was it mostly just about the glare? I’ve had a couple cl...
RE: Anyone else notice the greenish tint on new energy-efficient windows?
Yeah, that greenish tint is definitely a thing with some of the newer energy-efficient windows. It’s from the low-e coating - helps with the bills, but I hear you, sometimes it does feel like you’re looking at your backy...
RE: Struggling to pick windows that don’t make my ranch look dated
You’re not wrong about the grids being a pain to clean. Had a client once who swore by her divided lights until she realized how much gunk collects right where you can’t reach. She started joking about putting “window gr...
RE: Keeping window glass dry: what actually works?
This is spot on. I’ve swapped a bunch of old aluminum frames for clients, and yeah, vinyl is way less sweaty in winter. But if you’re boiling pasta with all the windows shut, even triple-pane glass won’t stay dry. Had on...
RE: How do you seal your windows - tape, liquid, or old-school metal flashing?
Tape is my nemesis too - especially around those goofy bay windows where nothing’s square. I usually end up with it stuck to my arm or the cat before I get a clean corner. I lean towards liquid caulk for most jobs, since...
RE: Saw a news piece on folks fixing up old aluminum windows themselves - worth the effort?
Man, those old aluminum windows are a pain, aren’t they? I’ve patched up more of ‘em than I can count - thermal curtains, caulk, even tried that plastic film kit one winter. Like you said, it helps a little, but the glas...
RE: What do you do with old window frames and glass?
I get the whole “imperfections add character” thing, but I gotta admit, sometimes those “character marks” end up being splinters in my hand or a draft straight into the shed. I’ve learned (the hard way) that if you’re ac...
RE: Finally upgraded to Kolbe windows, anyone else notice a difference?
Haha, ain't that the truth... I swear, every time I think I've seen it all, a new "surprise" pops up and I'm left scratching my head wondering how the house hasn't collapsed yet. Last month, we pulled out a window expect...