elizabeths15
elizabeths15
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RE: Foggy windows driving me nuts—what’s actually normal?

Yeah, orientation definitely seems to matter. On my place, the north-facing windows barely have any issues, but the south and west ones have given me ...

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RE: New windows vs. new doors: which upgrade actually boosts resale more?

That’s pretty much what I’ve seen too. When my neighbors talk about their window upgrades, it’s usually about how much less drafty the place feels in ...

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RE: Cracked Windows After Big Temperature Swings—Anyone Else Fed Up?

I get where you’re coming from, but I actually held off on replacing anything for a while and just doubled up with storm windows. Not the prettiest so...

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RE: Faux wood vinyl windows—worth it or nah?

That repeating grain pattern is the only thing that bugs me too, honestly. Once you spot it, you can’t unsee it… but like you said, nobody else ever n...

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RE: URBAN WINDOWS: DID YOU KNOW ABOUT SOUNDPROOF GLASS?

Couldn’t agree more. I learned that the hard way after replacing windows in our 1960s place. Paid extra for “soundproof” glass, but the installer rush...

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RE: Big windows vs heating bills—worth it?

I had a similar experience—tried rope caulk and even some plastic film kits, but those drafts still sneak in when it’s really cold. Thermal curtains m...

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RE: Tint-changing windows vs. smart blinds—which one's better?

Had smart blinds in our living room for about four years now. The motors have held up fine, but they do need the occasional recalibration—nothing majo...

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RE: Finally Beat the Foggy Window Battle This Winter

I get the appeal of caulking, but honestly, sometimes windows are just past their prime. Had a similar issue—tried sealing everything up, still foggy ...