elizabethj42
elizabethj42
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RE: Letting more sun in without major renos—what’s worked for you?

Honestly, I’ve tried those thermal-lined sheer curtains and they do help a little, but nowhere near what cellular shades or heavy drapes can do. I get...

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

I tried out smart glass in my sunroom a while back—mostly because I got a deal on some panels and thought it’d be cool to ditch the blinds. Gotta say,...

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RE: Trying out different payment options for new windows—worth it?

This is spot on. I got burned by one of those promo financing deals a few years back (not with windows, but with an HVAC upgrade). Thought I was ahead...

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RE: Getting your space ready before new windows go in—my checklist

That’s spot on about the fan—people always think moving air is the answer, but it just spreads dust everywhere. I learned the hard way with a reno in ...

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RE: Why does fixing a single window cost so much?

Yeah, totally agree—custom curved windows are brutal on the budget, but cutting corners with cheap trim just doesn’t pay off in the long run. I tried ...

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RE: Making window locks last longer: my quick fix

I hear you—old locks can be sneaky like that. I actually swapped out all my window locks after one literally crumbled in my hand during a windy night....

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RE: How I got my windows to darken automatically (sorta DIY)

That’s the thing—no matter how careful you are, there’s always some tiny imperfection that sneaks in. I’ve done a few of my own windows and even after...

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RE: Storm-resistant glass: worth the hype or just marketing?

Honestly, that’s one of the best perks nobody talks about. I swapped out my old leaky windows for storm-resistant glass last winter, and while my heat...

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RE: Fixing up a sagging window frame—worth DIY or call a pro?

Yeah, the draft thing is real. I tried patching up a sagging window in my last place—just added some weatherstripping and shims, but it didn’t do much...

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