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

I actually did notice a slight uptick in heating bills after adding trickle vents, but it was pretty marginal—maybe a couple percent. The tradeoff for...

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RE: Getting old windows unstuck without breaking them

I get the hesitation with silicone sprays—they’re not always the magic fix people hope for, and they can leave behind a residue that’s tough to paint ...

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RE: Is upgrading to triple-pane windows just hype or actually smart?

That’s a classic case—windows get all the attention, but doors are often the real culprits for heat loss. Did you end up looking into threshold seals ...

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RE: Big windows, big bills? My experience with a giant picture window

Insulation values for large windows can be surprisingly low, even with modern glass. I replaced a similar window with triple-pane, argon-filled glass ...

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RE: If you had to pick: cordless blinds or shades for a house with kids and pets?

I’ve actually tried the magnetic window insulation kits over faux wood blinds—mostly out of desperation during a cold snap. They helped a bit with dra...

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RE: CHOOSING BETWEEN MARVIN AND OLD INTEGRITY WINDOWS – ANY REGRETS?

We put in Marvin Elevate (which I think is the rebranded Integrity line) about three years ago, so I’ve had a bit of time to see how they perform. Hon...

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RE: Swapping Out Old Windows? Thin Triple-Pane Might Be Worth a Look

I get where you’re coming from about the weight, but with the new “thin triple-pane” designs, the extra thickness and mass aren’t as big of an issue a...

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RE: Tried out privacy glass in my bathroom—worth it or just a gimmick?

Had the same idea a couple years back—thought frosted glass would cut down on the need for blinds and let in more light. Looked great, but it was a pa...

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