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RE: Would you bother with three layers of glass for a cabin in the boonies?
That hits home. I spent one winter convinced my ancient windows were the problem, but after crawling around with a candle (highly scientific method, I know), it turned out half the heat was escaping through gaps around t...
RE: Sticker shock with new vinyl windows - am I missing something?
Funny thing is, I actually noticed less of a difference than I’d hoped after swapping out my old wood windows for vinyl. Maybe it’s just my drafty 1920s place, but even with all the foam and tape tricks, I still get cold...
RE: Struggling to find shades or curtains for huge windows
Funny, I actually went the opposite direction with my place. I got obsessed with insulating window treatments after a winter where my heating bill nearly doubled. I tried layering up like you - cellular shades, then thic...
RE: Windows that survive thin air and chilly temps
I get the logic behind starting small, but honestly, sometimes testing in just one room doesn't give you the full picture. A couple winters ago, I tried cellular shades in my guest room thinking it'd be a good trial run....
RE: Finally upgraded my windows and loving the results
Great insights here - I hadn't even thought about recessed lights acting like chimneys, but now that you mention it, it makes total sense. I remember helping my brother-in-law install some recessed lighting in his older ...
RE: Finally upgraded my windows and loving the results
Yeah, foam sealers are a lifesaver compared to caulking. Had a similar experience with outlets when I first moved into my place - previous owners had gone caulk-crazy, and pulling it off was like peeling dried gum off a ...
RE: Installing Windows Way Out in the Sticks - Worth the Hassle?
Yeah, foam can definitely get messy if you're not careful. I once got a bit carried away sealing around an attic hatch - ended up spending hours trimming it back. Your method sounds solid though, patience really pays off...
RE: BIG WINDOW, BIG TROUBLE: DIY REMOVAL ADVENTURES
Yeah, I think you might be onto something there. I tried those strips around my bedroom windows last fall - super easy to use, no mess - but I still felt a chill. Probably best for minor gaps or quick fixes rather than f...
RE: BIG WINDOW, BIG TROUBLE: DIY REMOVAL ADVENTURES
I had a similar experience with the pre-cut foam strips when I redid my patio doors. They were definitely cleaner - no alien invasions in my living room - but honestly, I wasn't convinced they sealed as tightly as spray ...
RE: is it really worth calculating savings for installing windows yourself?
I get the point about keeping it simple, but honestly, sometimes those detailed calcs are eye-opening. I remember casually crunching numbers on my old windows - turned out the savings were way bigger than I'd guessed. Ma...