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RE: Why sealing windows near the ocean is trickier than you’d think
Totally hear you on the install headache - mine took way longer than I thought, too. But honestly, not having to scrub off those salty streaks every week is such a relief. I figure a little weirdness around the windows i...
RE: Tried silica gel packs for foggy windows - worth it or just a gimmick?
Honestly, that’s been my experience too. I tried the silica gel thing last year after seeing a hack online - stuck a couple packs in the bottom corner of my worst window. For about three weeks it looked like I was onto s...
RE: Saw this article about switchable glass - would you actually use it at home?
Definitely agree about having a backup. When we put switchable glass in our bathroom window, I thought it’d be a game changer for privacy and light. Here’s how it went for us: 1. Install was pretty straightforward, but ...
RE: If you had to pick: cordless blinds or shades for a house with kids and pets?
That’s a good tip about the bottom rail - my last set had a plastic one and our lab mix went to town on it the first week. Since then, I’ve stuck with the metal rails, even if they’re a few bucks more. As for the cordles...
RE: Cheap and cheerful ways to dress up plain window frames
That’s a really solid approach with the backer rod - never thought of that for window trim but now I’m tempted to try it. I totally agree that MDF or wood holds up way better, especially if you’ve got little ones or a bi...
RE: Getting help with window upgrades: what’s actually available?
That’s so familiar - those tiny details they nitpick on paperwork are wild. I remember the first time I tried for the energy rebate, I had to redo my whole packet because my signature touched the margin. It felt like a t...
RE: Tint-changing windows vs. smart blinds - which one's better?
I've been running smart blinds for about a year now, and yeah, the sensor thing is real. Mine once decided to open wide at sunrise on a Saturday morning - goodbye sleeping in. After that, I started scheduling regular sen...