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RE: What would you do if your double-pane windows started fogging up?
That’s been my experience too. I had a couple of sashes with fogged glass in my 1940s place - frames were still solid, just needed new IGUs. The trickiest part was getting the old glazing out without gouging the wood, bu...
RE: Foggy windows driving me nuts - what’s actually normal?
That lines up with my experience, too - newer windows definitely help, but you’re never going to get rid of condensation entirely, especially in spots like the kitchen or bath. I’ve tried a couple small dehumidifiers and...
RE: Saving on Window Swaps: My Favorite Trick to Cut Down Labor Fees
That’s been my experience too. Used a DeWalt oscillating tool with the scraper blade when I swapped out three sashes last fall. The caulk was so brittle it’d just chip off in weird chunks, but the vibration really helped...
RE: CHEAP WAYS TO KEEP THE COLD OUT OF OLD WINDOWS?
I’ve used both rope caulk and the plastic film, and honestly, I think you’re right about the film making a bigger difference with drafts. The caulk’s easy but doesn’t always seal those old warped frames. Only issue I had...
RE: Would switching to fiberglass windows actually make things quieter?
That lines up with what I’ve found digging through window specs and STC ratings. The frame material (fiberglass, vinyl, wood) definitely impacts things like durability and thermal performance, but for noise reduction, th...
RE: Anyone actually save money doing their own window installs?
That “parallelogram” window opening story sounds familiar - my 1935 place had one so out of plumb I thought the level was broken. I’m curious, did you factor in the cost of all those extra materials (like the flashing ta...
RE: Why are window headers always such a pain to fix?
Same experience here. Tried to retrofit some rigid foam above a window in my 1950s ranch, and it honestly felt like performing surgery with a butter knife - messy and barely worth it. Air sealing made a much bigger impac...
RE: Thinking about upgrading to smart windows - anyone tried View vs SageGlass?
You’re not alone in thinking the numbers don’t quite add up yet. I did a similar analysis for my place (built in ’82, lots of west-facing glass) and came to almost the same conclusion - by the time the “payback” happens,...
RE: Finally upgraded my windows and loving the results
I went with laminated glass a couple years back, mostly because my street gets pretty busy during rush hour. It definitely cut down on the traffic noise significantly, but yeah, it's not 100% silent. I still hear the occ...
RE: Easy ways to keep your windows from aging too fast
Totally agree with your point about regular cleaning - it's underrated. I've also found that occasionally lubricating the hinges and hardware helps prevent sticking or warping, especially in humid climates. Small mainten...