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RE: Stuck between two window installers - would you go with the cheaper or the more established one?
I get where you’re coming from, but I think there’s some wiggle room here. Like you said, That’s actually more common than folks realize. Sometimes the “established” crews have a nice office and a fleet of trucks, but y...
RE: Foggy windows driving me nuts - what’s actually normal?
Yeah, I’ve noticed the same - vented fans make a world of difference compared to those recirculating ones. In my last place, I swapped out a cheap recirc hood for a proper vent and it cut down on window fog big time. Jus...
RE: Spicing up boring curtain rods - what actually looks good?
Yeah, I’ve definitely had paint scratch off cheaper rods too - it’s annoying. I agree that sometimes mixed metals just work, especially if you keep other stuff pared down. If you want to avoid the scratched paint issue, ...
RE: How I spotted a shady window installer (and what tipped me off)
You made the right call holding your ground on the flashing. I’ve run into the same thing - guys wanting to slap in a bead of caulk and call it good, especially when the opening isn’t square. In my experience, caulk’s ju...
RE: Swapping out old windows: worth the hassle?
I hear you on this. I swapped out all my windows in a 1948 brick bungalow - went with vinyl for most, wood for the front to keep the look. Here’s what I found: 1. Sticking windows: Even with new installs, a couple start...
RE: What if you had to pick curtains for every room but could only use one fabric?
Totally get where you’re coming from. In my last place, I tried switching to “nicer” fabric but honestly, the way the curtains hung and caught the light mattered more. Even a budget fabric looked decent once I steamed it...
RE: WHAT DID YOU WISH YOU KNEW BEFORE REPLACING YOUR OWN WINDOWS?
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I still think doing it yourself can be worth it if you plan ahead. When I did mine, I spent a couple hours measuring every opening - top, bottom, both sides - before ordering...
RE: What do you do with old window frames and glass?
That’s happened to me too, especially if the wood isn’t totally dry or prepped right. Did you ever try priming the bare wood with an oil-based primer before the epoxy? I’ve found it helps the bond, but sometimes feels li...
RE: If your cabin could talk: windows that keep out the howling wind
I’ve used those plastic kits on my old farmhouse windows - definitely not fancy, but they do help cut the draft. Here’s what I found: clean the frame really well first or the tape won’t stick, and use a hairdryer to get ...
RE: Why Does Storm-Proof Glass Cost More Than My Roof?
You nailed it - fancy glass means nothing if the install’s half-baked. I swapped out a few old windows myself last fall, took my time with shims and flashing, and the difference was night and day. No more cold drafts sne...