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RE: Double pane vs. low-e film: which saved you more on bills?
That’s a solid point. I underestimated the noise reduction until I swapped out two windows facing the main road - suddenly, I could actually hear myself think. Still, if your windows aren’t leaking air like crazy, film a...
RE: ONE BRAND FOR ALL YOUR WINDOWS OR MIX AND MATCH? WHAT'S BETTER?
I get the argument for mixing brands, especially if you’re on a budget or just replacing a couple windows at a time. But I’ve got to say, I actually regret not sticking with one brand in my last reno. That’s exactly wha...
RE: How worried should I be about lead paint when swapping out old windows?
That’s interesting - when I did my first window swap, I underestimated how far the dust could travel too. Even with plastic down, I still found tiny paint chips in the hallway. Do you think the age of the paint makes a d...
RE: What I learned the hard way about swapping out old windows
I get what you’re saying about the awl, but honestly, I think folks worry a bit too much about getting every last bit of rot out. In my experience, once you’ve got a solid seal and the new window’s flashed right, minor l...
RE: Windows that switch from clear to frosted at the push of a button - did you know?
I get where you’re coming from - those peel-and-stick kits mostly seem like a privacy thing to me too. I’ve tried them in a drafty old house and honestly, I didn’t notice much of a difference in temperature. Maybe a tiny...
RE: Anyone else notice the greenish tint on new energy-efficient windows?
Funny, I had the same issue after getting new windows last fall. The greenish tint was way more noticeable than I expected - especially on cloudy days. I get that it’s the low-e coating doing its job, but honestly, it ch...
RE: Why does fixing a single window cost so much?
That’s the part that gets me - why do folks rush to full replacement? I get the appeal of “new and shiny,” but half the time, a little weatherstripping or even just cleaning out the gunk in the tracks makes a world of di...
RE: How much do you actually notice energy savings from special window coatings?
I actually did something like that in our sunroom - left two older windows on the south wall and put Low-E everywhere else. Visually, you can tell if you’re looking for it, but honestly, most guests don’t notice. The war...
RE: Did you go Euro for passive house windows or stick with local triple-pane?
I get the appeal of Euro tilt-turns - no argument there on insulation, especially if you’re coming from standard double-pane. But I keep coming back to the “local service is a pain” bit. That’s exactly what made me stic...
RE: Unexpected challenges of putting in windows off the grid
Totally hear you on the expanding foam debate. I’ve tried both, and honestly, wood shims just make more sense to me when you’re dealing with a house that’s settled and shifted over decades. Foam fills the gaps, sure, but...