carolp84
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RE: Battling drafty windows—what actually works in winter?

Rope caulk actually surprised me—tried it a couple winters ago on a 1920s double-hung that just wouldn’t quit leaking cold air. It’s not the prettiest...

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RE: Swapping out window hinges: do you go solo or call in the pros?

Totally relate to that—last time I tried swapping out a sash on my own, I ended up wedging it between my shoulder and the wall just to keep it steady....

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RE: ANYONE ELSE TRIED WINDOWS THAT DON'T NEED CONSTANT UPKEEP IN OFF-GRID PLACES?

That’s my only real gripe too. The tilt-in feature is a massive improvement, but when temps drop below freezing, those plastic latches just don’t insp...

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RE: Letting Natural Light In Without Roasting the Place

Had the same issue with my west-facing living room—brutal in the afternoons, especially in July. I tried a low-e window film that claims to block heat...

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RE: Windows that survive thin air and chilly temps

Older windows really can be a pain, especially when the temps drop. Good point about the frames—I've seen situations where folks spend hours sealing a...