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RE: How I finally stopped that gross black stuff from creeping up my window sills
That’s pretty much my experience too - trickle vents made a dent, but didn’t totally solve it. I found adding a cheap window insulation film in winter helped cut down on the cold air, which seemed to reduce the condensat...
RE: Stormy Nights and Drippy Windows: Quick Fixes That Actually Help
Yeah, I’ve run into the same thing with those window kits. The tape just doesn’t want to stick to old, uneven frames sometimes. Doubling up the tape helps, but I’ve also used a little weatherstrip foam in spots where the...
RE: If your cabin could talk: windows that keep out the howling wind
Can definitely relate to the cat “ventilation system” - my dog did something similar, except he managed to wedge his nose under a corner and basically peeled the whole thing off one afternoon. Not sure if he was bored or...
RE: Struggling to find shades or curtains for huge windows
That's interesting, I hadn't heard of magnetic side tracks before. I tried weatherstripping myself, and while it did help a bit, it wasn't perfect - still felt those cold drafts sneaking in on windy days. Honestly, I was...
RE: Finally Beat the Foggy Window Battle This Winter
I've noticed the same thing in our spare room - it's tucked away and rarely used, so airflow is pretty minimal. Even something as simple as leaving a damp jacket or shoes in there seems to crank up the condensation. Make...