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RE: How worried should I be about lead paint when swapping out old windows?
I get where you’re coming from - dust really does seem to have a life of its own. I used a small negative air setup once for a two-window job in my 1920s place, and honestly, it made a noticeable difference. Maybe a bit ...
RE: Quieting down city noise: which window upgrades actually work?
Yeah, condensation was a dealbreaker for me too. Those magnetic panels seemed great on paper, but the moisture build-up was just asking for trouble - mold is no joke. I ended up going the caulk-and-weatherstrip route on ...
RE: When the bugs invade: a backyard mystery with two types of screens
I ran into the same issue after swapping to fine mesh screens - my kitchen heats up fast, especially during summer dinners. It’s definitely a tradeoff, since the old screens let in more air but also way more bugs. I trie...
RE: Keeping Windows in Good Shape - What Actually Works Long-Term?
I get where you're coming from - sometimes “good enough” is all the budget allows. I’ve patched up my 1920s sashes with storms and fresh paint more times than I can count. It’s not perfect, but it beats a drafty living r...
RE: Is the extra price for krypton windows actually worth it?
I went through the same debate last year when I redid my windows. Argon seemed like the best balance, but I kept hearing krypton was better for those stubborn cold spots - especially on the north side where you get all t...
RE: Getting help with window upgrades: what’s actually available?
I actually went with exterior storm windows a few years back instead of full replacements, mostly because the originals in my 1972 split-level still had decent frames but single-pane glass. They definitely cut down on dr...
RE: Do triple pane windows make rooms feel darker?
I get what you mean about the insulation benefits - energy savings are real, no doubt. But I’ve actually found the light drop-off more noticeable than I expected, at least with the triple panes we got a couple years back...
RE: Ever had to make a snap decision in a totally unfamiliar situation?
Painter’s tape is handy in a pinch, I’ll give you that, but I’ve actually had it fail on me when things got a little too damp. It’s great for quick fixes, but I’ve started keeping a small roll of self-fusing silicone tap...
RE: Window replacements that actually look old (but work like new?)
Couldn’t agree more on the sealing - magnetic storms are a big step up from the rattly old metal ones. I put them in our 1920s bungalow mainly to keep the original wavy glass, and honestly, the difference in drafts was n...
RE: Windows that survive thin air and chilly temps
Couldn't agree more with this. When we first moved into our home, we splurged on premium triple-pane windows thinking they'd solve all our insulation woes. But come winter, we still felt drafts around the trim and outlet...