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RE: Dealing with leftover panes after a window upgrade
Yeah, that’s where I landed after tripping over a stack for the third time. I kept telling myself I’d use them for a greenhouse or something, but honestly, they just became “that thing in the way.” Gave up and hauled the...
RE: Vinyl vs Fiberglass Windows for Cold Mountain Winters?
Good points about fiberglass, especially the thermal expansion thing - I hadn't really thought about that before. Honestly though, if your vinyl windows held up for 15 years in our harsh winters and intense sun, that's p...
RE: Easy ways to keep your windows from aging too fast
I've had mixed luck with silicone spray myself - once I sprayed a bit too generously and ended up with streaks all over the glass. Honestly, just wiping down the tracks every month or so has been way less hassle for me.....
RE: Thinking about privacy glass for home windows - worth the hype?
Yeah, I think you're onto something there. Our film curled up pretty quick in the bathroom too, but the bedroom windows (which get way less temp fluctuation) have held up great. Might just be trial and error finding the ...
RE: Window Contractor Transparency and Sales Experience in Tampa Bay
This discussion has been incredibly insightful. I'm not quite ready to replace my windows yet (maybe next year), but I'm bookmarking all this advice. Now I know exactly what to ask and what to watch out for. It's like ha...
RE: Choosing the Right Window Contractor for Your Home Type in Tampa Bay
Same here, but for Pro Tech Windows & Doors! They just finished a project at my house in Brandon and the experience was fantastic. The crew was professional and fast, and the new windows look awesome. Highly recommen...
RE: Energy Efficiency Results After Window Replacement in Tampa Bay
Our home in Dunedin was built in the 1950s and had a mix of old single-pane windows and some jalousie windows on the sun porch. We replaced every last one of them with modern double-pane windows. We actually used Karoly ...
RE: What are the current replacement window design trends in Tampa Bay?
I'm coming at this as someone who really geeks out on interior design. The windows are such a huge part of a room’s look and feel. When we renovated our Tampa home, I actually chose window styles thinking about how they’...
RE: What are the current replacement window design trends in Tampa Bay?
I'm coming at this as someone who really geeks out on interior design. The windows are such a huge part of a room’s look and feel. When we renovated our Tampa home, I actually chose window styles thinking about how they’...
RE: Noise Reduction and Soundproofing Benefits of New Windows in Tampa Bay Homes
It's unbelievable how quiet my house is now. I sometimes forget I'm in a busy area.