marleywilson767
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RE: Window Shopping Dilemma: Vinyl vs Wood for Energy Savings

I've had both Pella vinyl and wood windows installed over the years, and I'd say the previous poster is onto something. Modern vinyl really has improv...

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RE: Thinking about fiberglass windows for humid coastal weather

Totally get your point about energy efficiency. I switched to fiberglass windows about five years back, mainly because we live near the coast and ever...

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RE: keeping windows insulated way up in thin air

Haha, been there myself. Thought I'd just pop one in over a weekend—ended up spending two weeks chasing down ductwork issues. Interior storm windows a...

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RE: pella window showdown: vinyl vs. wood, what's your pick?

I went through the same thing a few years back. Had wood windows for ages—loved the classic look, hated the upkeep. Finally bit the bullet and switche...

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RE: keeping windows insulated way up in thin air

I've actually had pretty decent luck with thermal curtains, but the trick is getting the right ones and installing them properly. A lot of people just...

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RE: Double pane windows upstairs, triple pane downstairs - worth trying or asking for trouble?

Mixing window types can work, but I'd be cautious about assuming it's always beneficial. Triple pane downstairs makes sense because that's usually whe...

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RE: My experience comparing Kolbe, Weather Shield and Marvin wood windows

Couldn't agree more with this. When we replaced ours a couple years back, I actually took those corner samples outside to see how they looked in natur...

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RE: Installing your own windows—what could possibly go wrong?

Yeah, diagonals are key—learned that the hard way myself. Also helps to dry-fit first before sealing anything permanently. But hey, nothing beats that...

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RE: Windows that tint themselves—worth the splurge?

Tinting based on mood might be a stretch, but auto-tint windows themselves aren't that far-fetched. Installed some electrochromic film at home last ye...

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