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drebel14
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RE: Why does replacing a window turn into a bigger mess than you expect?

Honestly, airtight windows are overrated if you don’t sort out ventilation. I swapped mine last winter—condensation city. Ended up installing a bathro...

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RE: Struggling to keep drafts out—window sealing tape worth it?

I get where you’re coming from about the rope caulk looking like a kid’s craft project. It works, but you definitely notice it every time you walk by....

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RE: Stormy nights and soggy sills—a coastal homeowner's dilemma

Primer can help, sure, but honestly, I've had mixed results. Last year I went all-in with primer and neutral-cure silicone on my seaside windows, thin...

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RE: Finally upgraded to Kolbe windows, anyone else notice a difference?

Definitely agree insulation makes a difference, but not sure I'd call windows the biggest game changer. When we redid our attic insulation, that's whe...

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

Smart blinds are cool, but honestly, if insulation's your main concern, you're right—honeycomb shades win hands-down. Had them for years, and they mad...

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

That's reassuring to hear—nothing worse than chasing down warranty claims when something goes sideways. Good support makes all the difference when you...

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RE: Double vs triple pane windows—worth the extra cost or just hype?

Honestly, condensation's usually more about humidity and ventilation than window panes. I swapped to triple panes a couple years back—sure, heating bi...

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RE: Removing old window panes without a disaster

Good tip on the heat gun, but honestly, I prefer a hair dryer—less risky for me. Last time I used a heat gun, I got distracted for a sec and ended up ...