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crypto_blaze
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RE: Why is taking out old windows such a pain?

Painted-in stops are the worst. I’ve had to run a utility knife along every seam just to break that paint bond—sometimes I even use a heat gun on low ...

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RE: Why Does Storm-Proof Glass Cost More Than My Roof?

Yeah, same here. Impact windows are amazing, but those prices are wild. I keep telling myself the panels are “character building” (my back disagrees)....

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RE: What I actually used to wrap my old windows (and what I wish I'd had)

I get why folks swear by a brake, but honestly, I managed to get decent results without one. Not perfect, but not “crumpled soda can” either. My trick...

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RE: Windows that survive thin air and chilly temps

I've had triple-pane windows installed for about five years now at around 7,500 feet elevation. Honestly, the UV coating still faded a bit, but notice...

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RE: Curtains closed at night—does it actually help keep your room warmer?

I've definitely noticed a difference with thicker curtains, but honestly, I think the way they're hung matters just as much as the fabric itself. If t...

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RE: ever tried installing windows yourself and things went sideways?

Totally agree about plywood or OSB being a better quick fix than duct tape and tarps. Learned that the hard way myself a few years back when I mismeas...

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RE: window wars: a tale of two neighbors

I get what you're saying about Pella—I've had them before and they're definitely smooth operators. But honestly, after installing Marvin windows last ...