katiewilson25
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RE: That time I learned the hard way that “dry heat” isn’t always better

I get what you’re saying about weatherstripping not doing much, but I actually had a different experience. Maybe it’s the kind of windows or just the ...

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RE: Weird hairline cracks showing up on brand new window panes?

That’s interesting, because I’ve had a bit of the reverse. My vinyl windows actually seem to creak more than the old aluminum ones did, especially whe...

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RE: ANYONE GETTING MONEY BACK FOR NEW WINDOWS?

Those forms are a nightmare, right? I had to double-check mine three times just to make sure I didn’t miss a line. About the draft—mine definitely get...

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RE: Which windows actually keep out city noise?

Funny timing—I was just thinking about how much quieter our place got after we swapped out the old single-pane windows. We went with double-pane too, ...

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RE: Swapping Out Old Windows for Jeld-Wen Casements: Worth It?

I hear you on the installer drama. When I swapped out the windows in my ‘48 Cape, I got the same side-eye for wanting to keep the chunky old casings. ...

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RE: Struggling to keep drafts out—window sealing tape worth it?

That’s the story of my house—1920s wood windows that seem to have a mind of their own. Last winter I thought I’d finally figured it out with the foam ...

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RE: Window letting in cold air—any quick fixes?

Haha, I feel this one. Last winter, I tried to get away with just using that plastic shrink-wrap window film stuff. It actually worked surprisingly we...

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RE: Double vs triple pane windows—worth the extra cost or just hype?

I upgraded to triple-pane about two years ago, and honestly, the biggest difference I've noticed is less condensation on cold mornings. Energy bills d...