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RE: What surprised me (and what went wrong) installing my own windows

Totally get this. I used to obsess over every tiny imperfection, but after wrestling with my own window install, I shifted my focus to what actually m...

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RE: Little trick for keeping icy drafts out with older windows

Yeah, that hazy look is a real downside. I’ve run into the same thing in my 1950s place—those old wood frames leak like crazy in winter, so I’m always...

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RE: Triple-pane vs. double-pane windows for northern winters: worth the upgrade?

Condensation on the outside definitely threw me the first time too—funny how it’s actually a good sign. When I started upgrading, I figured air leaks ...

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RE: Saw this article about switchable glass—would you actually use it at home?

Funny, I’ve noticed the same thing with switchable glass in my sunroom. The novelty was huge at first—neighbors kept asking for demos—but after a whil...

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RE: How I dodged a window contractor nightmare (and actually got great windows)

That’s been my experience too—my house is from the 1950s and not a single window was a standard size. I had to custom order most of them. The upside? ...

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RE: City Noise Driving You Nuts? My Window Upgrade Story

I totally get the hesitation with pulling off trim—it sounds intimidating, but it’s not as bad as it looks if you go slow and have a pry bar. I was in...

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

That’s a fair point, but I’m not totally convinced that it’s always the sash to blame. In my old place (built in the 1940s), I went down the rabbit ho...

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RE: If you had to pick: cordless blinds or shades for a house with kids and pets?

Interesting to hear about the plastic getting brittle—I hadn’t thought about UV exposure making such a difference, but it makes sense. For anyone thin...

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RE: Why do my smart window sensors keep disconnecting?

That’s spot on. Large metal appliances like fridges and even water heaters are notorious for reflecting or absorbing wireless signals. I’ve noticed th...

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RE: Rain sneaking in around my window—caulk or weather stripping?

Leaving a small gap for airflow really does make a difference—too much sealing and you end up with condensation issues, especially in older homes. I’v...

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