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joshuas13
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RE: How do you usually fix stuck or squeaky window locks?
Graphite, huh? I’ve only ever used WD-40 on squeaky stuff around here, but I always wondered if it actually makes things worse with all the dust it attracts. Haven’t tried graphite yet, mostly ‘cause I’m a bit clumsy and...
RE: How worried should I be about lead paint when swapping out old windows?
Yeah, I’ve noticed that too - dust just hangs around forever, no matter how many times I go over the sills. I got a little paranoid after my first test came back negative but I still saw old paint chips. Kinda makes you ...
RE: Drafty windows in winter - what actually works to seal those gaps?
I totally get what you mean about stuff getting trapped in there. We just moved into an old 1950s place, and the windows are definitely not what you’d call “energy efficient.” I tried out one of those shrink film kits la...
RE: Tough weather and windows: paint or aluminum cladding?
That’s interesting, I didn’t realize cladding could hide issues like that. I’m in the middle of deciding whether to go with paint or cladding for my windows - my place is only a couple years old, but the weather here is ...
RE: Ultrex fiberglass or vinyl windows - what’s the real difference?
I’m in the same boat right now - just moved in last year and the vinyl windows are already kinda drafty. Didn’t expect to notice it so soon. I keep hearing fiberglass is worth it, but that price tag makes me pause... Sti...
RE: WHAT DID YOU WISH YOU KNEW BEFORE REPLACING YOUR OWN WINDOWS?
Yeah, “maintenance-free” is definitely a bit of a myth. I found out the hard way when I pulled off some trim and discovered a whole mess of old caulk, crumbling wood, and a tiny ant nest. That checklist idea is smart - I...
RE: Figuring Out The Real Price Of Swapping In Jeld-Wen V-2500 Windows
That foam is wild, right? I thought I was being careful, but it snuck out behind the trim and made a mess. Still finding little bits of it months later. I totally get wanting to rush - especially after staring at the sam...
RE: Would switching to fiberglass windows actually make things quieter?
Yeah, I totally get what you mean about the install being half the battle. When we moved in, our place had these old aluminum sliders that rattled every time a truck went by. We finally bit the bullet and got new fibergl...
RE: Did new windows actually save you money (or just look nicer)?
I totally get what you mean about the condensation - my old single panes basically turned into fish tanks every winter. Since swapping them for double-pane, it’s way better, though if I forget to vent the kitchen when co...
RE: If these walls could talk: windows that changed everything
That’s wild about the humidity - I totally get what you mean about things feeling “off” at first. I hadn’t even thought about how much those old windows were letting air in and out until after the swap. My house definite...