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RE: Winter drafts and the legend of the bubble wrap window
I’ve actually had better luck just sealing the heck out of the window frames and sashes with rope caulk. Not glamorous, but it’s cheap and you can pull it off in spring. I tried bubble wrap once - looked weird, but it di...
RE: Would you actually go for triple pane windows or nah?
That’s been my takeaway too. I geeked out over triple pane for a while, but when I ran the numbers for my area (mid-Atlantic, not super cold), the extra cost didn’t really make sense. Double pane with decent frames and g...
RE: Windows that survive thin air and chilly temps
I've had similar experiences with open-cell foam - decent but not quite enough on really blustery days. Closed-cell definitely makes a difference. I'm intrigued by the HRV option, though hearing about maintenance being f...
RE: Easy ways to keep your windows from aging too fast
Good point about the caulking - it's one of those simple things people overlook because it's not flashy or exciting. I checked mine last fall and found a few spots cracking badly. Took just an afternoon to recaulk, and t...
RE: is it really worth calculating savings for installing windows yourself?
Honestly, I didn't stress too much about those extra costs. Sure, I ended up grabbing some sealant and a better measuring tape halfway through (lesson learned there...), but I figure those tools will come in handy for ot...
RE: Painting or Staining Wood Windows - Which Holds Up Better Long-Term?
Interesting points about stains, but honestly, I've had better luck with paint - even in direct sunlight. Could be a climate thing, though... I'm in a pretty dry area with hot summers and cold winters, and I've noticed t...