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RE: South-Facing Vs. East/West Windows for Winter Warmth - Which Works Better?
Funny, I’ve got a similar setup - late ‘50s ranch, and those south-facing windows are like free heaters when the sun’s out. I put up some heavy curtains this year and it actually made a difference at night, but yeah, not...
RE: Getting new windows in without the headaches: my step-by-step
Yeah, I get where you’re coming from. I put off adding trickle vents for ages because I was sure I’d just end up butchering the frames or making the drafts worse. Ended up biting the bullet last spring after the bathroom...
RE: Anyone tried windows made from recycled stuff? Worth it or nah?
Yeah, the weight threw me off too - almost dropped one trying to get it through a tight hallway. I do think the recycled ones are a bit sturdier than I expected, though. The faux-wood finish on mine looks surprisingly le...
RE: How tricky is it to make a window bigger?
That’s exactly what I ran into with my ‘70s split-level - nothing lined up quite right and there were all these weird voids behind the trim. Did you have trouble matching the exterior siding around the new opening? That ...
RE: Quick fix for stubborn or floppy window handles
Yeah, I’ve done the old toothpick-and-glue routine more times than I care to admit. Works okay for light stuff - never had a window handle pull out after, even a couple years down the road. Wouldn’t trust it for anything...
RE: Why Do My Aluminum Windows Always Sweat in the Morning?
Yeah, the dehumidifier route definitely makes a difference, but I get what you mean about having to empty it all the time. Mine fills up crazy fast in winter, especially after showers and cooking. I’ve also tried that pl...
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RE: Stormy nights and soggy sills - a coastal homeowner's dilemma
Honestly, I get the appeal of storm windows for a quick fix, but in my experience, they’re not always the win they seem - especially with old wood frames that are already a bit soft or out of square. I tried that route a...
RE: Windows icing up again - time for an upgrade or ghost story?
Definitely agree with this. I put storm windows on our older house a couple winters back, and it was night and day - no more ice buildup and way less drafty overall. Also, one thing that hasn't been mentioned yet is indo...
RE: Choosing Windows for a Fresh Farmhouse Look
We tried something similar too - went for glossy in the dining room because I thought it'd brighten things up. But honestly, once the sun hit those windows... yikes. It was glare city, especially during dinner hours. End...