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RE: WHAT WAS I THINKING?
I get where you’re coming from, but I actually think smart glass could make sense in older homes, depending on the setup. My neighbor put it in their sunroom and was shocked at how much it cut down the summer heat. Maybe...
RE: Things I wish I’d known before swapping out my old windows
That thunk is oddly satisfying, right? I went with fiberglass instead of vinyl, mostly because I heard it handles temperature swings better, but honestly, I can’t tell if it’s made much difference. Did you notice any noi...
RE: TROUBLESHOOTING ISSUES WITH ANDERSEN WINDOW SERVICE: WHAT'S WORKED FOR ME
That’s been my reality too - funny how fast things get “unforgotten” when you mention the right details. I’ve also noticed that sometimes just being persistent (and maybe a little stubborn) is the only thing that gets st...
RE: Foggy windows driving me nuts - what’s actually normal?
That’s encouraging to hear. I keep wondering if it’s worth just doing a couple of the worst ones instead of going all-in. Like you said, Did you notice any big difference with drafts or just less condensation? I’m alway...
RE: Window financing deals seem kinda sketchy lately?
I get what you’re saying about full replacements, but is it always worth it? My house is from the 40s and honestly, the original windows have a certain charm I’d hate to lose. Storms made a pretty noticeable difference f...
RE: Anyone else notice the greenish tint on new energy-efficient windows?
Curious if any of you noticed a difference in how paint colors or cabinets look with the new windows? I get the greenish tint too, and sometimes it makes my white backsplash look a little off - almost cream instead of br...
RE: Foggy windows driving me nuts - what’s actually normal?
I’ve been through this too - had two windows in the living room that fogged up every spring. At first, I thought it was just humidity or bad cleaning habits, but nope... classic seal failure. I tried the hair dryer trick...
RE: Dealing with sweaty windows: Which Energy Star brands actually help?
That’s exactly how it felt when we finally replaced our 70s windows last winter. Trim was a pain - I’m still finding dust in weird places. But is there a real difference between the Energy Star brands, or is it mostly ab...
RE: Do you go classic or modern with new windows?
That’s been my experience too. I went with dark gray vinyl on the front of my house because it looked sharp, but by July, you can feel the difference just walking past them. The “heat resistant” claims sound good, but ho...
RE: Struggling to pick windows that don’t make my ranch look dated
I keep circling back to this question every time I look at my place. My ranch is from the late '60s, and the original wood windows are definitely showing their age. I love how they look, but man, the paint flakes off if ...