jackc32
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RE: Triple pane vs double pane windows: worth the upgrade or just extra cost?

That’s been my experience too—people focus on glass ratings but ignore the weak link, which is usually the frame or install. I’ve retrofitted both woo...

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RE: IF YOU COULD UPGRADE YOUR WINDOWS TO A DIFFERENT GAS, WOULD YOU GO FANCY OR STICK WITH BASIC?

That’s a key point. In my experience, most older homes bleed energy through gaps and frames way more than through the panes. I’ve always wondered: for...

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RE: Impact glass vs. shutters for storm season—what’s your pick?

Interesting take on the insulation side—most folks just focus on the storm protection and forget about how much heat transfer matters, especially in o...

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RE: Would You Share Pics If Your Window Swap Made Your House Look Totally Different?

Matching the new windows to the old trim was trickier than I expected. I actually ended up custom milling a few pieces to get the profiles right—off-t...

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RE: Tips for taking out old windows without wrecking your walls?

Funny you mention the dust—every time I think I’ve sealed off a room well enough, I still end up vacuuming for days. One thing I started doing is usin...