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RE: Printing custom window latches: what worked for me
White ASA’s been my go-to for anything sun-exposed too. I’ve had some PETG parts yellow and crack after a couple years - maybe it’s our brutal summer afternoons, but still, a little disappointing. The enclosure tip is sp...
RE: If My Windows Could Think for Themselves…
I get what you mean about the “airtight container” feeling, but honestly, I still think most folks underestimate just how much air leaks out of old windows even after weatherstripping. I’ve tried both foam and silicone t...
RE: Quick fix for sagging window frames: shims to the rescue
That’s a solid approach. I’ve had similar luck with cedar shims and silicone caulk - definitely agree on skipping the bargain brands, they just don’t hold up. I’ve wondered about the plastic shims too, but something abou...
RE: Anyone else notice the greenish tint on new energy-efficient windows?
That green tint really threw me off at first too. I’ve read it’s from the low-E coatings they use for insulation, but I wonder if all brands are equally noticeable or if some are more subtle? Has anyone tried swapping ou...
RE: How I spotted a shady window installer (and what tipped me off)
I’ve always wondered how many folks actually run a blower door test before jumping to window replacements. I did one a few years back and was surprised - most of my leaks were around the rim joist and, weirdly, my dryer ...
RE: Getting precise measurements for weird-shaped windows (arches, triangles, etc.)
That cardboard tracing trick is a lifesaver, especially if you’ve got an arch that isn’t a perfect half-circle. I’ve done the “eyeball and hope” method myself, and it’s hit or miss. Like you said, “wavy edges are trickie...
RE: Saw a news piece on folks fixing up old aluminum windows themselves - worth the effort?
I know what you mean - my place was built in the late 70s and those original aluminum sliders were brutal in winter. I did the caulk, weatherstripping, foam tape, the whole nine yards. Even tried those magnetic interior ...
RE: How I dodged a window contractor nightmare (and actually got great windows)
That’s interesting about the trickle vents - I’ve heard mixed things. I swapped out my 80s-era windows for a triple-glazed setup with built-in vents, but honestly, I’m still not sure how often to actually open them versu...
RE: Did you know window boxes used to be called "window gardens"?
I’ve had almost the exact same experience with copper tape - looked neat, but didn’t stop every slug. I read somewhere that for the copper to really work, it needs to stay clean and dry, which is nearly impossible with d...
RE: ANYONE GETTING MONEY BACK FOR NEW WINDOWS?
Funny, I had a similar experience with the old aluminum storms - mine were probably installed in the late 70s and I swear, they looked like they’d blow off in a stiff breeze. But you know what? They actually did a halfwa...