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RE: Which Is Better: Argon or Air Between Window Panes?
Can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen folks pay for fancy argon and then get a shoddy install - might as well just throw cash out the window (pun intended). Argon’s a nice upgrade, but if your installer’s in a rush or ...
RE: Things I wish I'd known before new windows went in
Honestly, I’ve seen folks get a little too worked up about high MERV filters for a short stint. Yeah, it’s not ideal for your blower motor if you leave it in for months, but a week or two while you’re dealing with constr...
RE: Rain sneaking in around my window - caulk or weather stripping?
Good points about the plastic scraper - I wish I'd known that before scratching up my vinyl frames last summer...lesson learned. I'm not totally sold on smoothing with fingers though, silicone sticks everywhere. I prefer...
RE: Thinking about privacy glass for home windows - worth the hype?
Totally agree with this. I've installed privacy glass in plenty of bathrooms, and moisture is always the sneaky villain. Honestly, frosted film is underrated - cheap, easy to replace, and you won't shed tears if it gets ...