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RE: Are warm-edge spacers worth the extra cost for 12 replacement windows?
For the condensation along the lower edges and corners, I’d ask for the window’s **condensation-resistance rating**, if the manufacturer publishes one, along with the indoor relative humidity used for that rating. That g...
RE: IF YOU COULD UPGRADE YOUR WINDOWS TO A DIFFERENT GAS, WOULD YOU GO FANCY OR STICK WITH BASIC?
That's exactly what I started worrying about after I did a bunch of air sealing too. My place is a 1970s ranch and after tightening things up, it definitely felt less drafty but also... kind of stuffy sometimes? I actual...
RE: Windows that won’t break the bank (or your off-grid dreams)
Interesting take on the silica packs - I’ve wondered about those too. Did you notice any difference in indoor humidity at all, or was it just a mess? I get what you mean about vinyl, though. Do you ever worry about long-...
RE: Wood windows for old houses - who actually makes good ones these days?
I keep coming back to the energy side of this - does anyone else wonder if the newer wood windows are actually that much better than just restoring old ones and adding storms? I mean, I get the appeal of a fresh install,...
RE: Dealing with sweaty windows: Which Energy Star brands actually help?
That’s kind of where I’ve landed too. I keep wondering - how much is really the window, and how much is just the quirks of old houses? I swapped out all my 1950s windows for Marvin double-pane last winter (not cheap), an...
RE: Picking the right window color for curb appeal - regrets or wins?
Really interesting point about the frame color not affecting heat much anymore - I've always wondered about that. Makes sense, but do you think darker frames could cause any long-term issues with expansion or fading, es...
RE: Finally Beat the Foggy Window Battle This Winter
Interesting observation about temperature - I hadn't really thought about that. I've mostly stuck with plastic blades myself, but yeah, stubborn spots can be a real pain. Might give metal another shot next winter... care...
RE: Replacing windows without emptying your wallet
Yeah, silicone's solid, but uneven gaps can be a real headache. Ever tried combining silicone strips with foam tape underneath? Did that on some old basement windows - worked surprisingly well, though not the prettiest f...
RE: Rain sneaking in around my window - caulk or weather stripping?
This totally makes sense... but how do you even tell if it's flashing or siding without ripping stuff apart? I'm all for sealing leaks, but chasing mystery water paths sounds like a headache waiting to happen.