lunawoodworker
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RE: IF YOU COULD UPGRADE YOUR WINDOWS TO A DIFFERENT GAS, WOULD YOU GO FANCY OR STICK WITH BASIC?
I swapped out my old windows for standard double-pane with argon a couple years back. Honestly, the difference was noticeable, but not mind-blowing. Biggest change I saw was after I finally got around to sealing up the a...
RE: Windows that won’t break the bank (or your off-grid dreams)
I hear you on the cleaning struggle. Those interior storms are great for drafts, but wow, do they make window maintenance a pain. I’ve got a 1918 bungalow with original sashes, and I swear every spring it feels like I’m ...
RE: Swapping single pane for double: worth the hype?
I get where you’re coming from about air sealing and insulation, but in my place (built in the 60s), swapping out the old single panes for double made a pretty noticeable difference, especially with drafts and outside no...
RE: How much time did you spend replacing your windows?
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I’ve had decent luck with low-expansion foam - especially if I go slow and don’t overfill. Yeah, it can be messy if you’re not careful, but it really cuts down on drafts. I g...
RE: Choosing between new windows or inserts for home upgrade rebates
That’s the part that got me. My place is 1920s plaster, and when I did full replacements in the living room, it was like a dust bomb went off. Inserts in the bedrooms were way smoother - didn’t even have to repaint the t...
RE: ANYONE GETTING MONEY BACK FOR NEW WINDOWS?
Totally agree. I did the incense stick trick after my install and was surprised how much air still snuck through in one corner. Installer blamed “old house charm,” but I’m convinced it was just a lazy caulk job. Took me ...
RE: Keeping the heat in without cranking up the thermostat
Honestly, it's not as messy as you'd think - especially if you go with batt insulation instead of blown-in. I tackled mine last fall, first-timer here too, and it was pretty straightforward. Just wear gloves and a mask, ...
RE: Double vs triple pane windows - worth the extra cost or just hype?
Good point about mass helping with low frequencies. I've been debating extra insulation in the walls myself... has anyone tried combining triple-pane windows with insulated curtains? Wonder if that combo makes a noticeab...
RE: Windows that survive thin air and chilly temps
I get what you mean about the energy savings - mine dipped slightly, but nothing dramatic. Could depend on how drafty your old windows were to start with. The noise reduction was a pleasant surprise though, totally agree...
RE: Window Contractor Professionalism in Tampa Bay: Homeowner Experiences
I had a mixed experience. The install itself went fine, but some aspects of the crew's behavior were iffy. This was a local contractor in Clearwater who did my windows last year. On professionalism: they did arrive on ti...