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RE: Windows that won’t break the bank (or your off-grid dreams)
Tried the double plexi thing in my shed last winter - just used some scrap 1x2s as spacers. It actually cut down on drafts, but condensation still showed up between the layers if I didn’t vent it a bit. Not perfect, but ...
RE: How worried should I be about lead paint when swapping out old windows?
I swapped out the old windows in my 1952 place last summer and totally get the worry. I kept reading horror stories, too, but honestly, my lead dust test after the job was done came back really low. The crew taped off th...
RE: Double vs triple glazing for energy efficiency - worth the upgrade?
We just did triple glazing last fall and, honestly, I was surprised how much warmer the living room felt right away. Our old double panes weren’t terrible but you could still feel the chill sitting near them. Not cheap, ...
RE: TROUBLESHOOTING ISSUES WITH ANDERSEN WINDOW SERVICE: WHAT'S WORKED FOR ME
Yeah, that “patch, caulk, repaint, repeat” cycle gets old fast. I tried to keep mine going with wood hardener and filler, but once the sashes started crumbling at the corners, it was a losing battle. - I second this. I ...
RE: Impact glass vs. shutters for storm season - what’s your pick?
That’s exactly where I landed a couple years back - impact glass sounded amazing, but the sticker shock was just too much for me. I went with accordion shutters and honestly, they’re not as solid-feeling as I hoped, but ...
RE: Would You Share Pics If Your Window Swap Made Your House Look Totally Different?
That’s the truth - no matter how careful I am, there’s always that one drafty spot that shows up when it gets cold. I’ve patched and re-patched around my kitchen window, and every winter I swear I’ll finally get it seale...
RE: How tricky is it to make a window bigger?
That makes sense to me. I’ve used mineral wool too, and honestly, it’s so much easier to handle than foam - especially in tight spots around windows. I get why some folks swear by rigid foam, but unless you’re in a spot ...
RE: Keeping window glass dry: what actually works?
Yeah, same boat here. The plastic kits helped a bit, but the frames themselves are just ice-cold no matter what I try. I’ve heard some folks swear by adding storm windows, but honestly, I’m not sure it’s worth the hassle...
RE: Which style of window gives your house more personality: grids or clean panes?
Funny, I had the same experience with grids - measuring was a bit of a headache, but it’s wild how much character they add. I get what you mean about the cleaning, though. I swear, every time I finish one window, I see a...
RE: Keeping wood windows healthy - any tricks to stop them rotting?
Honestly, I’ve had mixed luck with just relying on caulk and paint. In my place (built in the 40s), the real breakthrough was adding storm windows - kind of old-school, but it keeps most of the rain off the originals. I ...