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RE: Why sealing windows near the ocean is trickier than you’d think

That’s wild—did you notice if the bubbling started on the windward side first, or was it pretty much everywhere? I’ve wondered if certain window shape...

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RE: Little trick for keeping icy drafts out with older windows

I get what you’re saying about metal V-strip lasting longer, but I’ve actually had better luck with the adhesive foam on wonky windows. The metal can ...

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RE: Stormy Nights and Drippy Windows: Quick Fixes That Actually Help

That’s pretty much spot-on—old windows just have a mind of their own. I know what you mean about the magnets not sealing tight where the frame’s warpe...

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RE: What if you had to pick curtains for every room but could only use one fabric?

Not sure I totally agree that “good enough” is always best when it comes to curtains, especially if you’re dealing with rooms that get blasted by afte...

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RE: Swapping old windows for new: did your curb appeal actually improve?

I wrestled with this exact thing a couple years ago. Our 1928 bungalow had those old, drafty wood windows—tons of character, but man, the winter bills...

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RE: Rain sneaking in around my window—caulk or weather stripping?

I actually think caulk and weather stripping can be decent stopgaps, depending on the type of leak. If you’re seeing a tiny drip right at the window e...

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RE: Windows icing up again—time for an upgrade or ghost story?

Insulation could help, but have you considered airflow? I had decent insulation and humidity levels, yet still got ice buildup... turned out my curtai...

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RE: Stormy nights and soggy sills—a coastal homeowner's dilemma

Interesting you mention MS polymer...tried something similar on my deck railing last spring. It held up great through winter storms, but curious—did y...

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RE: Window choices when living way up high

Couldn't agree more on this point. A few years back, we upgraded our windows to triple-pane because everyone was raving about them, especially for col...

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RE: Stripping vs sanding old window trim—what works better?

Have you found the chemical stripper actually saves you time overall? I've tried it a couple times, but always felt like I spent forever cleaning up t...

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