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coffee215
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RE: Windows holding up in the middle of nowhere?

That’s the thing—everyone blames the window, but it’s almost never just the window. I had a similar headache with a drip edge that was just a hair off...

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RE: Dealing with foggy windows: replace the glass or just reseal?

Totally agree—unless you’ve got rotten frames or some serious draft issues, no need to go all-in. I swapped out just the glass in our sunroom last win...

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

Honestly, I tried the smart film route and it was a headache—constant resets when the temps dropped, and that peeling at the corners drove me nuts. Cu...

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RE: Do you go classic or modern with new windows?

I get the appeal of old glass and a bit of character—wavy panes really do have a charm you just don’t see in new stuff. But I think sometimes we roman...

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RE: How I dodged a window contractor nightmare (and actually got great windows)

Couldn’t agree more with this. Tried foam once and it was a nightmare—ended up with it stuck to my jeans and the trim. Honestly, unless you’re in some...

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RE: How much do you actually notice energy savings from special window coatings?

Honestly, I think folks underestimate how much the frames matter. We did the low-e glass swap a few years back and, like you, kept our old wood frames...

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RE: Cheap and cheerful ways to dress up plain window frames

Totally get where you’re coming from. I tried foam trim once in a closet and while it looked decent at first, it felt almost flimsy—like you could pok...

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RE: What do you do with old window frames and glass?

I get what you’re saying about not stripping everything back. I’ve found that spot repairs and a fresh coat can buy a lot of time, especially if you s...

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RE: What if your windows could talk to Alexa?

Honestly, I’d love this—especially after the number of times I’ve had to double back because I couldn’t remember if I shut the kitchen window. But I c...

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RE: What do you do with old window frames and glass?

I hear you on the two-part filler. I tried it after a neighbor swore by it, but that “sets up way faster than putty” deal is a double-edged sword. I h...

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