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RE: Worth switching to fiberglass or hybrid window frames?
I noticed the same thing with my sunroom windows - hybrids just didn’t seal out the winter wind like I hoped. Could be the install, could be the frames themselves, but I had to add weatherstripping around a couple spots ...
RE: Swapping Vinyl for Fiberglass Windows: Surprising Perks (and One Annoyance)
Tried that in my old place - had a local shop fit thicker IGUs into the vinyl frames. It helped a bit with noise, but honestly, the frames still flexed and I got some weird rattling when it got windy. If you’re after ser...
RE: What would you do if your double-pane windows started fogging up?
Yeah, Midwest weather really does a number on windows. I swear, every spring I find a new corner of my house where the wind’s managed to sneak in. I tried one of those defogging kits a few years ago - looked like someone...
RE: Thinking about swapping out windows myself - is it worth the hassle?
Funny you mention surprises - I pulled out a bathroom window last fall and found a bird’s nest wedged in the framing. Not sure who was more startled, me or the sparrow. I agree that standard windows are usually fine if y...
RE: Tough weather and windows: paint or aluminum cladding?
Yeah, Midwest winters are a whole different animal when it comes to exterior maintenance. I used to be stubborn about sticking with paint - figured I’d just touch up every couple years and save some cash. Joke was on me....
RE: What made me stick with Andersen after shopping around
Yeah, been there too. I used to layer bubble wrap and tape until the glass was basically frosted. Andersen’s price did sting at first, but I noticed the difference right away - no more cold spots near the couch. I do kin...
RE: What if your windows could talk to Alexa?
I get where you’re coming from - manual cranks definitely have that old-school reliability. I actually installed one of these smart window openers last fall, and we had a couple of nasty ice storms since. It did surprisi...
RE: WHAT DID YOU WISH YOU KNEW BEFORE REPLACING YOUR OWN WINDOWS?
Same here - composite shims are definitely less annoying when you’re tapping them in, but I actually found them a bit slippery. One even slid out on me when I was adjusting the frame, so I ended up going back to wood for...
RE: Windows That Can Handle Ocean Air - Any Recommendations?
Yeah, I hear you on the maintenance. I tried aluminum frames with powder coating thinking they’d last longer, but the salty air still got to the hardware after a couple years. Rinsing definitely helps, but I’ve just acce...
RE: Why is taking out old windows such a pain?
That’s exactly it. I swear, half the time I’m scraping off more old paint than actually working on the window itself. I had one sash where the cord just crumbled in my hand - felt like I was handling ancient parchment or...