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RE: Stuck between two window installers - would you go with the cheaper or the more established one?
That really nails it. I had new windows put in a few years back and went with a mid-range installer - wasn’t the cheapest, but not the big-name crew either. The difference came down to how much detail they shared before ...
RE: Making homes smarter: how I upgraded my windows for energy savings
I’ve noticed the same thing with “smart” upgrades - they look impressive, but sometimes reliability just isn’t there. My cousin tried those auto-tint windows too, and a power outage threw everything off for days. Meanwhi...
RE: Tried Swapping Out My Own Windows - Regret Or Reward?
Funny, I did almost the exact same thing - except my “imperfection” is a spot where the trim never quite sits flush. It bugs me every time I walk by, but then I remember how much warmer the room feels now. Honestly, unle...
RE: Spicing up boring curtain rods - what actually looks good?
Totally relate to the 3D printed finials looking “homemade” - I tried sculpting some out of polymer clay and let’s just say, from across the room they’re fine, up close it’s… a choice. Still, matching the rod color is a ...
RE: Saved my living room window with a DIY crack fix - anyone else surprised by how well those kits work?
Totally agree - humidity is the real enemy with these old windows. I’ve had similar luck with a dehumidifier, though I do wince at the electric bill. The window film is decent for drafts, but like you said, it’s not enou...
RE: When the bugs invade: a backyard mystery with two types of screens
UV sprays never seemed to do much for me either - maybe they slow things down a little, but after a couple summers, I still get cracking at the corners. I’ve got a screened porch that’s half fiberglass and half aluminum ...
RE: Windows That Can Handle Ocean Air - Any Recommendations?
That’s pretty much where I’m stuck too... Vinyl just doesn’t have the same character as wood or metal. But after watching my old aluminum frames corrode (in record time, thanks to salty air), it’s hard to argue with how ...
RE: Why does lining up aluminum window frames feel impossible sometimes?
Honestly, getting “crisp lines” in a house from the 50s is tough unless you’re willing to do some serious reframing. Most of the time, it really is about compromise - if it’s square enough to open and close smoothly and ...
RE: Vinyl vs Fiberglass Windows for Cold Mountain Winters?
From my experience, fiberglass windows aren't necessarily harder to install than vinyl, but they do require a bit more precision and patience. Vinyl tends to be lighter and somewhat forgiving if you're slightly off with ...
RE: Rain sneaking in around my window - caulk or weather stripping?
That's a good point about settling, but I'm not entirely convinced tiny shifts would lead to noticeable leaks without other contributing factors. In my experience, minor settling usually doesn't create enough of an openi...