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davidmagician
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RE: Would you put smart tech on every window or just stick with doors?

I get the “better safe than sorry” thing, but honestly, I just can’t bring myself to put sensors on every single window. Maybe it’s different if you’v...

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RE: Thinking about swapping to fiberglass windows—worth it or nah?

Yeah, that’s pretty much where I landed too. We had some drafty spots last winter and just re-caulked around the frames, which helped more than I expe...

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RE: Saving money on new windows: my favorite trick so far

That line cracked me up because, honestly, same here. I tried shrink film last winter and it worked... sort of. The edges peeled a bit where the frame...

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RE: Still looking good after years: aluminum windows holding up

I get where you’re coming from—those old aluminum frames are stubborn. I’ve tried the same stuff over the years, and honestly, nothing short of a full...

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RE: Why is picking a window finish so much harder than it should be?

This is exactly why I’m skeptical about all those “foolproof” paint guides. I went through the whole process—swatches, different times of day, even bo...

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RE: CHEAP WAYS TO KEEP THE COLD OUT OF OLD WINDOWS?

I get the hype around window plastic, but I’ve always had mixed feelings about it. Maybe it’s just me, but the first time I tried that shrink film stu...

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RE: Cheap ways to dress up boring window frames?

Yeah, those old frames have a mind of their own. I’ve spent way too long trying to get everything square, only to realize the house just isn’t having ...

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RE: WHAT DID YOU WISH YOU KNEW BEFORE REPLACING YOUR OWN WINDOWS?

Can’t argue with that. I measured every window in my 1960s place and still ended up with two that needed extra shims because the opening was just... o...

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RE: Replacing windows without emptying your wallet

Reglazing and weatherstripping definitely helped on my place, but honestly, it’s not a miracle fix if your sashes are warped or the frames are out of ...

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RE: City noise driving me nuts—soundproof curtains or acoustic windows?

I've had similar experiences. Spent a weekend installing foam panels thinking they'd solve everything, but nope—barely made a dent. Then I took a clos...