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RE: Anyone tried windows made from recycled stuff? Worth it or nah?
I swapped out the windows first, hoping that’d be enough, but honestly, with my old frames, I still felt drafts around the edges. Ended up having to add some spray foam insulation after the fact. As for noise, there was ...
RE: Foggy windows driving me nuts - what’s actually normal?
I’ve looked into the heated mirror thing too and honestly, they seem cool but kinda overkill unless you’re doing a full reno. I tried applying Rain-X (the car windshield stuff) to my bathroom mirror and it actually helpe...
RE: Quick fix for sagging window frames: shims to the rescue
That’s reassuring to hear I’m not the only one chasing seasonal shifts. My place is early 60s, and the amount of “micro-movement” in the frames is wild - sometimes you can literally see where the caulk’s stretched thin a...
RE: Fixed my drafty windows for under $20 - anyone else surprised how easy it was?
That condensation thing with shrink film is exactly what happened to me last winter - by February, it looked like a science experiment gone wrong. I thought maybe I’d sealed it too tightly or didn’t leave enough airflow,...
RE: Saw a study on window longevity - are we doing enough?
I get what you mean about the packs being a temporary fix, but I’ve actually had some luck with them in one of my older basement windows. The seal’s definitely shot, but I’m not ready to replace the whole thing yet. When...
RE: Getting your space ready before new windows go in - my checklist
Yeah, I totally get this. I’m in an old rowhouse, and the plaster walls are just… unpredictable. I tried using that “extreme” mounting tape too, but if the surface isn’t perfectly clean or flat, it just peels right off a...
RE: Curtains, blinds, or shades - how do you pick what actually fits your room?
I get what you mean about roman shades - mine looked amazing but didn’t do much for the draft either, especially compared to cellular shades. I think fabric plays a big role, but it’s also about how tightly they fit the ...
RE: Would you put smart tech on every window or just stick with doors?
I wondered about this too when I started. Statistically, most break-ins happen through doors or ground-level windows, not the upper floors. I only put sensors on the basement and first floor windows that actually open. M...
RE: Little trick for keeping icy drafts out with older windows
That’s super helpful, thanks for breaking it down like that. I’ve been debating whether to bother with the hair dryer or just stick to kneading the rope caulk by hand - sounds like it’s easy to go overboard and make a me...
RE: Anyone actually saving money with triple pane windows?
Interesting about the furnace cycling - I'd assumed triple panes would noticeably cut heating needs, but maybe not if the rest of the house isn’t super insulated. Did you notice any difference in condensation or drafts a...