drakeh43
drakeh43
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RE: Swapping out old window handles—worth it for the style boost?

I get where you’re coming from. I used to be in the “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” camp, but I’ve changed my tune a bit over the years. Funny how s...

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RE: Why does lining up aluminum window frames feel impossible sometimes?

I get where you’re coming from. After a couple decades of projects, I’ve learned to accept a little imperfection, especially in older homes where noth...

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RE: Keeping your home cozy with insulated glass: my step-by-step approach

That’s been my experience too. I did inserts in our old kitchen and, honestly, I still get a bit of a draft on windy days. Have you ever tried using t...

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RE: Trying to pick between energy-efficient and standard windows for that tax break

Funny you mention condensation—that’s exactly what pushed me to swap out the old windows in our place. Ours are 60s-era, and the drafts in winter were...

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RE: Don’t skip the flashing: a small step that saved me big headaches

Funny, I used to dread messing with flashing, but after patching a chimney leak three times with sealants, I finally just did the metal right. That wa...

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RE: Finally Beat the Foggy Window Battle This Winter

Totally agree with this. We went hard on sealing up our 70s ranch a few years back and ended up chasing condensation all winter. Even with the bathroo...

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RE: Privacy upgrade dilemma: smart blinds or switchable glass?

Yep, learned that one the hard way myself... Have you considered combining films with some simple curtains or shades for nighttime? Might be a practic...

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RE: Struggling to find shades or curtains for huge windows

Yeah, that's always the trade-off. Did you notice any issues with cleaning the cellular shades? I've heard they can collect dust inside the cells...is...

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RE: Finally Beat the Foggy Window Battle This Winter

Yeah, airflow can help a bit, but have you checked your window seals lately? I spent years fiddling with blinds and curtains before realizing the seal...

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RE: Window choices when living way up high

Interesting points about fiberglass. I've had vinyl windows for about 12 years now, and while they're holding up okay, I do notice some fading and min...

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