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RE: ONE BRAND FOR ALL YOUR WINDOWS OR MIX AND MATCH? WHAT'S BETTER?
I totally get what you mean about the color mismatch. We did a mix-and-match thing when we first moved in, mostly because we were trying to save a few bucks and thought, hey, windows are windows, right? Fast forward to n...
RE: Windows that won’t break the bank (or your off-grid dreams)
I tried the plexiglass route in my old place because I was worried about the kids smacking into the windows, and honestly, it held up better than I expected. Didn’t yellow or scratch too badly after a year, and it was wa...
RE: Things I wish I’d known before swapping out my old windows
The missing left glove thing is unreal - thought it was just me. I’ve got a drawer full of righties now, too. On the window front, yeah, the amount of caulk and filler you blow through is nuts. I figured one tube per win...
RE: Ever notice how double glazing can cut down on street noise too?
Yeah, the noise difference is real. I live on a bus route, and after I put in secondary glazing (just the stick-on acrylic sheets for now), it actually felt like my living room moved to a quieter street. Not perfect, but...
RE: Would you take out a loan just to get new windows?
Yeah, I’m in the same boat. When we bought our house last year, the inspector basically gave us a “meh” on the windows - original 80s wood frames, a little drafty but not falling apart. I got all fired up about replacing...
RE: Little trick for keeping icy drafts out with older windows
Shrink film’s been a game changer for me, too. I was nervous about the tape wrecking my paint, but as long as I go slow when I pull it off in the spring, it’s not bad. Way less hassle than messing with storm windows when...
RE: Still looking good after years: aluminum windows holding up
Funny, I actually went the other way - I swapped my aluminum frames for wood a couple years back. The old aluminum ones were definitely low-maintenance, but honestly, the cold drafts and noise drove me nuts. I get the ap...
RE: Saw this article about switchable glass - would you actually use it at home?
That’s actually a good point. I hadn’t even thought about what would happen if one of those panels took a hit. I do like the “flip a switch” idea, but knowing my luck, something would go wrong right after the warranty ru...
RE: Window leaking again... need tips on reliable caulk or sealant
I hear you on the trial and error thing - it feels like every window I tackle is a new experiment. I used one of those “forever flexible” silicones last fall, and it’s holding up, but the stuff is messy and you’ve gotta ...
RE: Easy ways to keep your windows from aging too fast
I've actually had decent luck using rubbing alcohol for adhesive residue - it's gentle enough that it hasn't damaged any seals or finishes for me yet. Vinegar works too, but the smell can linger a bit, so I usually stick...