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RE: Printing custom window latches: what worked for me
I get what you’re saying about the screw holes - mine always seem to crack right there too, no matter how careful I am with the torque. But honestly, I’m not convinced a flexible washer or gasket is going to make a huge ...
RE: Getting new windows in without the headaches: my step-by-step
Couldn’t agree more there. I learned the hard way - skipped checking for old fasteners once, and a year later, had to rip out a brand new window because of rust stains creeping in. Never again. I’m still on the fence a...
RE: Does Painting Old Aluminum Window Frames Actually Hold Up Over Time?
I hear you on the caulk outlasting the paint. I’ve run into the same thing with my ‘70s windows - tried every “miracle” prep and primer trick I could find, but that paint just doesn’t want to stay put. The flexible caulk...
RE: Windows That Can Handle Ocean Air - Any Recommendations?
Yeah, I hear you on uPVC around salt air - it just doesn’t seem to last, no matter what the sales guys say. Fiberglass was tempting but the quote nearly gave me a heart attack. I’ve stuck with aluminum too, but rinsing t...
RE: Controllable window tint – a game changer for hot afternoons?
That does sound slick, but I’d want to know how it handles over time. Electronics and moving parts in windows make me a little nervous - one power outage or glitch and you’re stuck with either fishbowl or cave mode. Stil...
RE: URBAN WINDOWS: DID YOU KNOW ABOUT SOUNDPROOF GLASS?
I hear you. I spent a chunk on “soundproof” windows a few years back, thinking it’d be a game changer. Honestly? The biggest improvement came after I fixed the old, cracked seals with some basic weatherstripping. Kinda m...
RE: Stuck choosing between Kolbe and Andersen for my 90s home
Leaning toward Kolbe myself, honestly. The Andersen Fibrex pitch about “no maintenance” doesn’t really hold up in my neighborhood - seen a few with fogged panes after 6-7 years, and getting warranty work done sounds like...
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RE: Would you actually go for triple pane windows or nah?
I hear what you’re saying about the cost. We looked at triple pane quotes and honestly, it didn’t seem worth it for our 1960s ranch. Double pane helped with drafts, but the biggest change was after we sealed up the attic...
RE: Thinking about upgrading to smart windows - anyone tried View vs SageGlass?
Had a similar issue with SageGlass at my place. Looks great when it works, but when the system went down, it was a pain to sort out. Ended up installing some simple roller shades as a backup - nothing fancy, just somethi...