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RE: Anyone else notice the greenish tint on new energy-efficient windows?
Funny, I had a similar thing happen in my old place - north-facing living room and those energy-efficient windows that everyone swore would be a game changer. I noticed right away that weird greenish cast, especially on ...
RE: Struggling to pick windows that don’t make my ranch look dated
That’s funny you mention the noise - when we swapped out our single panes for double a few years back, I was more focused on the heating bill. Didn’t even cross my mind that it’d muffle every garbage truck and neighbor’s...
RE: Dealing with sweaty windows: Which Energy Star brands actually help?
Ha, you nailed it there. We put in fancy windows two winters ago - thought we’d solved it. Next thing, I’m wiping down the bathroom walls instead. I swear, the moisture just migrates to the next weak spot. Old houses kee...
RE: Keeping wood windows healthy - any tricks to stop them rotting?
That’s the truth - keeping water out is half the battle. My old place had original windows from the ‘40s, and I swear, every time I fixed a bit of trim or re-caulked, I’d find some new way water was sneaking in. I’ve nev...
RE: What would you do if your window guy suddenly changed the price?
That’s pretty much been my experience too. I’ve owned this place for almost 20 years, and I’ve had my share of contractors try to tack on “extras” halfway through. Once, a guy tried to bump up the price for my front wind...
RE: Swapping old windows for new: did your curb appeal actually improve?
I hear you on missing the old wood charm - our place had those original windows from the 50s, and I went back and forth for years before finally swapping them out. Ended up with white vinyl because I worried black would ...
RE: What I actually used to wrap my old windows (and what I wish I'd had)
That’s been my approach too. I’ve tried the fancier magnetic interior storms once - looked better, but the price tag stung and they were a pain to store in summer. Ever have issues with condensation under the film? I get...
RE: Replacing windows without emptying your wallet
Funny, I thought I could get away with just piling on more weatherstripping one winter - lesson learned. The drafts found their way in anyway, right where the sash meets the frame. Ended up crawling around with a tube of...
RE: ANYONE DEAL WITH SIMONTON WARRANTY LATELY?
Yeah, getting that serial number is like a full-on scavenger hunt - been there, done that. Once I finally found it (after moving half the basement storage), Simonton’s warranty folks did eventually get back to me, but it...
RE: Struggling to keep drafts out - window sealing tape worth it?
That’s the trade-off, isn’t it? I’ve been in this house long enough to remember when rope caulk was about all anyone used. Like you said, it’s not much to look at, but it gets the job done in a pinch. A few years back, I...