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RE: Rain sneaking in around my window - caulk or weather stripping?
I generally agree, but I'd caution against skipping tape entirely if you're dealing with older wooden frames. Last year, I tried sealing some windows without taping first - thinking I'd save time - and ended up spending ...
RE: City noise driving me nuts - soundproof curtains or acoustic windows?
I had a similar experience, though I went straight for acoustic windows after researching their STC ratings. Curtains can dampen high-frequency sounds like voices or traffic hiss, but they're pretty ineffective against l...
RE: Budgeting for new windows - how do you approach it?
We went with vinyl here (Midwest winters, pretty harsh summers too), and honestly they've held up better than expected. Double-pane argon-filled was our sweet spot - triple-pane seemed pricey for marginal gains. No regre...