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RE: Trying to decide: triple pane vs double pane for Pella’s efficient windows
I went down this rabbit hole last fall - spent way too many hours reading window specs. Ended up with double pane for my 1974 split-level. Honestly, the biggest improvement was fixing the drafty spots and adding more att...
RE: Finally Beat the Foggy Window Battle This Winter
I ran into the same thing after swapping out my old windows last fall. The drafts are gone (finally), but then I started noticing that little bit of moisture in the corners when it got really cold. From what I’ve read, i...
RE: Street noise driving me nuts - storm windows or acoustic glass?
I noticed something similar after installing acoustic glass in my bedroom windows. The noise reduction was definitely worth it - finally sleeping through the garbage trucks at 5 am - but energy savings were minimal at be...
RE: Window choices when living way up high
I went with double-pane laminated too, and honestly, it's been a solid choice. I'm only on the 8th floor, but there's a fire station nearby, so sirens were a constant headache. The new windows didn't completely erase the...
RE: Easy ways to keep your windows from aging too fast
I feel your pain about the silicone mess. When I first moved into my place, I tried using those plastic window film kits as a quick fix because winter was coming fast and I didn't have the patience to deal with silicone ...
RE: Window letting in cold air - any quick fixes?
Totally agree about the weatherstripping tape - used it last year and it was a lifesaver. One thing I'd add is checking the window locks too. I noticed one of mine wasn't fully engaging, leaving a tiny gap that let cold ...