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RE: Ever notice how old houses have weirdly sized windows?
Yeah, "standard size" is pretty much a joke in these old places. I had to trim down a new door just to get it to fit in my 1920s bungalow. Nothing in here is square, and the windows are all over the place - some barely a...
RE: Foggy windows driving me nuts - what’s actually normal?
Had the same luck with those kits. Waste of time for me - just ended up frustrated and had to clean up more mess than before. Replacing just the glass was pricier than I wanted, but at least it actually worked. Seems lik...
RE: Impact glass vs. shutters for storm season - what’s your pick?
Yeah, I’m in the same boat - older house, so shutters just made more sense for me. Impact glass sounds great, but the cost to retrofit every window was kind of a dealbreaker. I will say, dealing with shutters before a st...
RE: Anyone else notice the greenish tint on new energy-efficient windows?
I actually repainted my living room after the new windows went in because the color just looked off. Didn’t expect it to matter that much, but the greenish tint from the glass made everything look kind of dull. I guess y...
RE: Why does fixing a single window cost so much?
Yeah, dehumidifiers help, but I’ve found you can only do so much if the window itself is shot. Had a spot in my old place where no amount of caulk or weatherstripping made a difference - turns out the sash was warped and...
RE: Thinking about swapping out windows myself - is it worth the hassle?
I get what you’re saying, but I actually found DIY window swaps worth it, even with surprises. My place is late 40s and every opening was a little weird, but honestly, figuring out how to fix the oddball stuff felt satis...
RE: Window companies offering “flash sales” - is it really a deal or just hype?
I’ve found those “flash sales” are mostly just noise. When I did my windows, the big promo price was barely different from their regular quote - just shuffled around with extra fees. Honestly, the local guys were more up...
RE: Quick fix or full swap: What’s easier with busted window handles?
Good reminder about the frames. I’ve definitely overtightened a screw or two and regretted it - those older vinyl windows don’t forgive much. Lining up the latch is one of those steps that’s easy to skip when you’re in a...
RE: Would you take out a loan just to get new windows?
I wouldn’t take out a loan unless the windows were really bad - like, actual mold or water getting in. Otherwise, I’d just knock out the worst ones each year. Loans add interest and stress, and unless you’re bleeding mon...
RE: Lever handle vs. knob handle for windows - what works better?
Rubber grip covers are a decent workaround, but honestly, I got tired of fighting with the old knobs - especially when my hands were wet or greasy. Ended up switching out to levers on the most-used windows. It was a bit ...