diy_tigger
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RE: Is it really worth paying for window installation or should I just DIY?

Pulled a window out of my 1920s place and the “hole” was more like a rhombus than anything else. Took way longer than planned because I had to rebuild...

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RE: Smart glass windows at home: worth it or just a fancy gimmick?

Yeah, late afternoon is when I really noticed the difference too. Used to feel like I was slow-roasting in my living room around 4pm, but with the sma...

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RE: Unexpected adventures in swapping out old window handles

Honestly, I’m not sold on those adjustable handles. Picked up a set last spring, all hyped about “one size fits all,” and... let’s just say I spent mo...

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RE: Cheap tricks for keeping car windows clear in the morning

I get what you’re saying about the isopropyl alcohol—heard that trick too and gave it a whirl, but honestly, I didn’t notice much difference. Maybe my...

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RE: When is a foggy window just weather, and when is it a problem?

Same here—my windows are more like “suggested boundaries” between me and the outside world. I get that winter fog too, but unless it’s turning into a ...

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RE: ANYONE DEAL WITH SIMONTON WARRANTY LATELY?

Man, the “junk drawer” reference hits home. I swear, half my life is spent digging through old manuals and mystery keys just hoping I’ll find what I n...

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RE: Replacing windows without emptying your wallet

Haha, story of my life. I tried the plastic film once too—looked like I’d wrapped my windows in cling wrap after a bad night out. Honestly, storm wind...

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

Totally feel your pain on the vibrations thing... I went all-in on acoustic windows too, thinking they'd solve everything, but nope—still had that ann...

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RE: Finally Beat the Foggy Window Battle This Winter

Haha, basements really do have their own weird little ecosystem... Glad you found something that worked. I swear by weather stripping too—cheap fixes ...

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RE: Thinking about upgrading to smart windows—anyone tried View vs SageGlass?

Yeah, totally agree about the calibration hassle—smart tech always promises "set it and forget it," but we all know that's rarely the case. I haven't ...

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