cocon47
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RE: Swapping out old windows to save on heating and cooling? Here’s what worked for me

I get what you’re saying, but honestly, I didn’t notice much difference after sealing up my sill plate. For me, swapping out the drafty old windows ac...

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RE: CAUGHT WITHOUT THE RIGHT WINDOW GEAR—WHAT’S YOUR MOVE?

I hear you on the condensation. I had the same thing pop up after putting in those plastic window kits a couple winters back. The corners would fog up...

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RE: Foggy windows driving me nuts—what’s actually normal?

Yeah, I hear you. Single-pane windows in winter are just a pain. I get a little fog on mine every time we cook or shower, especially if it’s below fre...

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RE: How I Broke Down the Costs for New Windows Without Losing My Mind

It’s wild how fast the “extras” stack up. I tried getting contractors to give me a flat, all-in price, but every single one had some sort of clause ab...

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RE: Which is less of a headache: full-frame vs. insert fiberglass window installs?

I hear you on the stain matching. The “one-size-fits-none” stains from the store never look right on my old trim either. I’ve mixed up my own a few ti...

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RE: Making sense of window upgrades: swapping air for argon

I’ve had better luck just resealing and caulking, too. The drafts dropped way more than I expected, and it cost next to nothing. Never noticed much di...

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RE: Quick tricks for holding a cracked window together?

Yeah, I hear you on the acrylic panels—fiddling with those around old frames is just asking for a headache. I’ve had luck using packing tape over the ...

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RE: How much time did you spend replacing your windows?

I tried doing three windows myself, and man, it took way longer than I thought. Ran into all kinds of weird stuff behind the trim—old nails, insulatio...

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RE: When the bugs invade: a backyard mystery with two types of screens

I’ve tried both the paintbrush and the vacuum thing too. The brush just made a mess for me—pollen everywhere, and I swear half of it just ended up on ...

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RE: How I got my windows to darken automatically (sorta DIY)

Yeah, microfiber’s been the best for me too, but streaks still sneak in if I’m not careful. I haven’t had any bubbling yet, but it’s only been about s...

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