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RE: Dealing with sweaty windows: Which Energy Star brands actually help?
Yeah, I’m with you - most of the difference seems to come down to install, not just the brand. I’ve put in a few Milgard and Marvin windows and honestly, unless you really take the time to seal up every gap, you’re still...
RE: Struggling to pick windows that don’t make my ranch look dated
That sums it up. I fought with flaky paint and stuck sashes for years before swapping out for vinyl. Honestly, I miss the look sometimes, but not enough to go back to weekend-long sanding sessions. And yeah, the neutral ...
RE: What do you do with old window frames and glass?
I’ve definitely had my share of battles with old putty - sometimes it’s so brittle it just flakes off, other times it’s like chiseling concrete. I’ve used a heat gun too, but I had one frame where the wood was so dried o...
RE: When is a foggy window just weather, and when is it a problem?
I get the temptation to just live with it, but I’d actually be a bit more cautious if you’re seeing fog inside the panes. Had that in my old place, and it turned out the seal failure let moisture into the frame over time...
RE: What if your windows powered your fridge?
I’ve tinkered with a couple of those “stick-on” window panels myself, mostly out of curiosity. Honestly, unless you’ve got a massive south-facing window and live somewhere with endless sun, you’re just not gonna get enou...
RE: Did you know Jeld-Wen started as a small mill in Oregon?
That’s interesting about the screens - I’ve had the same issue, especially when I’m trying to pop them back in after cleaning. They just don’t feel as sturdy as the old ones. Have you ever tried reinforcing them or maybe...
RE: Rain sneaking in around my window - caulk or weather stripping?
Yeah, window age and gap size definitely matter. I've noticed weather stripping does great if the gaps are small and even, but once you get uneven or larger gaps, sealant usually wins out. Had an older window in my garag...
RE: Big windows vs heating bills - worth it?
Yeah, cellular shades are a solid choice. I installed them in our living room a couple winters back, and the difference was noticeable almost immediately. Before that, we had these thin curtains that looked nice but did ...
RE: Window letting in cold air - any quick fixes?
I've had decent luck with bubble wrap, actually. Looks weird as heck, but it traps air pretty well and doesn't flap around like plastic sheets. Just spray some water on the glass, stick it up, and you're good for a while...
RE: Window swap adventures: lessons learned the hard way
Haha, those pulley weights are no joke. I tackled mine last summer, and it felt like a puzzle trying to figure out how everything fit back together. Ended up watching way too many YouTube tutorials before finally getting...