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RE: Vinyl vs Fiberglass Windows for Cold Mountain Winters?
I've had vinyl windows in my place for about 10 years now, and honestly, they've held up pretty well. Sure, there's a bit of discoloration if you look closely, but nothing that jumps out at you. I live in a pretty harsh ...
RE: Curtains vs blinds for tiny rooms - what works better?
True, shutters can feel bulky, but honestly I've had good luck with café-style plantation shutters in my tiny office. They only cover half the window, so you still get privacy without losing much openness. Might be worth...
RE: Replacing windows without emptying your wallet
Tried them last winter and honestly, they're not half bad. Sure, they're a bit fiddly to install (hairdryer required, lol), but they noticeably cut down drafts. Worth a shot before shelling out for replacements, imo.
RE: Just upgraded window coatings and my bills dropped - coincidence?
Yeah, I think you're onto something there. From my experience, window coatings do wonders in summer by reflecting heat away, but in winter they're not really adding warmth - just keeping what's already inside from escapi...
RE: Getting tired of street noise - thinking window film & heavy curtains might help?
I've been thinking about secondary glazing too, but I'm a bit hesitant about the aesthetics. Do they look pretty obvious from the outside, or can you barely tell they're there? My neighbor installed some last year, and w...
RE: WINDOWS SWEATING LIKE CRAZY UP IN THE MOUNTAINS
Yeah, ventilation definitely makes a difference. We had a similar issue at our place - windows dripping nonstop in winter - and ended up putting in a basic HRV unit. Pretty much solved it overnight. Not cheap, true, but ...
RE: windows dilemma for my mid-century house makeover
Totally get where you're coming from. When we redid our place a few years back, I was super worried about losing that mid-century vibe by going too modern with the windows. Ended up choosing something contemporary but ke...
RE: Finally figured out window casing installation - anyone else tried this trim jig?
I had pretty much the same experience. Honestly, I thought trim jigs were just another gimmicky tool cluttering up the garage until I finally caved and bought one. My house was built in the '40s, and I swear there's not ...
RE: Windows of tomorrow: imagine waking up in 2025
I really like the idea of windows gently dimming to wake you up - beats my phone alarm blaring at me every morning, that's for sure. Honestly, I wouldn't be surprised if we start seeing windows that can adjust their tint...
RE: sliding windows are way underrated imo
Sliding windows definitely deserve more love. Had mine installed about ten years ago, and at first, I didn't think much about maintenance either. Then one summer, I realized the tracks were practically cemented shut from...