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RE: Thinking about privacy glass for home windows - worth the hype?
True, shades definitely have the edge on insulation. But privacy glass isn't totally useless either - it can cut down glare and UV rays. Maybe pairing it with thermal curtains could strike a good balance? Just a thought....
RE: City noise driving me nuts - soundproof curtains or acoustic windows?
Totally agree with this. Weatherstripping is underrated - cheap, easy, and bonus points: it boosts energy efficiency too. Curtains help a bit, but honestly, sealing gaps made way more difference in my experience.
RE: Why Are Wood Windows So Crazy Expensive These Days?
You're right about fiberglass being easier long-term - I've switched to fiberglass on most of my house and noticed a big difference in drafts and overall comfort. But I did keep wood windows on the front side facing the ...
RE: Hypothetical Scenario: If You Had to Replace Every Window in Your Home Tomorrow...
Went through something similar a couple years back when we moved into our current place. Honestly, neighbors can be hit or miss - ours recommended a local guy who was nice enough but didn't really know much about energy ...
RE: SMART WINDOW SENSORS AND VOICE ASSISTANTS – ANY GOOD COMBOS OUT THERE?
Totally agree with this - humidity sensors have saved me from mold issues more than once. Zigbee's great, but honestly, I've had smoother integration with Z-Wave window sensors paired with Alexa routines. Worth consideri...
RE: finally got new windows and it's like a whole new house
Yeah, it's funny how you don't realize how noisy your house was until it's suddenly quiet. Did you notice any difference in drafts or temperature consistency between rooms? That's usually the first thing I pick up on aft...