cgreen75
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RE: Stripping vs sanding old window trim—what works better?

I've gotta say, sanding is usually my go-to even if I'm painting afterward. Stripping can get messy fast, and dealing with chemical residue isn't exac...

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RE: Little-known hacks for smoother window installs

I've done the soap thing a few times, and honestly, it's fine if you're careful not to go overboard. Never noticed any rust or corrosion issues myself...

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RE: Replacing torn window screens—anyone else struggle with this?

Had a similar issue myself—went thicker once and regretted it immediately. The spline tool kept slipping, and I nearly tore the screen trying to force...

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RE: window wars: a tale of two neighbors

I've tried removable caulk too, and it's pretty decent—definitely easier than putty. But honestly, nothing beats the hairdryer trick for me... saved m...

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RE: anyone here gone the european window route for passive house?

We went down a similar path a couple years ago. I was really drawn to the European windows—especially after seeing them in action at a friend's passiv...

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RE: sliding windows are way underrated imo

Haha, been there more times than I'd like to admit! Honestly though, sliders really are handy for quick ventilation. I've noticed the same thing about...

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RE: is triple pane glass really worth it for blocking street noise?

Gotta slightly disagree here. Triple pane glass can actually help with noise, but only if the panes have different thicknesses and spacing. When we re...

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RE: anyone know if that coated window glass actually saves energy?

Yeah, I get why you're skeptical—salespeople love their fancy upgrades, lol. But honestly, low-e coatings do make a noticeable difference. We replaced...

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